Definition

Proper noun * Olympia: The official seat of government for the U.S. state of Washington. It is a city situated in the western part of the state on the Puget Sound.

Usage

This term functions as a proper noun, specifically the name of a place. It is used to identify the city that serves as the administrative center for the state of Washington. * The governor's office is located in the capital of Washington. * When visiting the Pacific Northwest, we plan to stop in Olympia, the capital of Washington.

Advanced Usage

• The term is often used in geographical, political, and educational contexts to specify the governmental center, distinguishing it from the larger city of Seattle or other locations within the state.
• It can be used in comparisons, e.g.,

Variants and Related Words

• Olympia: The actual name of the city. "Capital of Washington" and "Olympia" are often used interchangeably, though "Olympia" is more common in general usage.
• State capital: A general term for the city that houses a state's government.

Synonyms

• Olympia

Notes

• This term should not be confused with Washington, D.C., which is the capital of the United States. "Capital of Washington" refers specifically to the capital city of the state named Washington.

Noun

1. capital of the state of Washington; located in western Washington on Puget Sound