Definition

Noun 1. The capital and largest city of Greece: This term refers to the primary city and seat of government of Greece, which is Athens. It is historically and culturally significant, named after the goddess Athena.

Usage

• The term Greek capital is used to specifically identify the city of Athens in its role as the national capital. It is a formal or descriptive term, often used in geographical, historical, or political contexts to distinguish it from other capitals or from the ancient city-state.
• Example: "The Greek capital has hosted the modern Olympic Games twice."

Examples

• "Diplomats from across Europe gathered in the Greek capital for the summit."
• "Flying into the Greek capital, you can see the Acropolis from the air."
• "Economic protests are common in the Greek capital."

Advanced Usage

• The term can be used metonymically to represent the Greek government or its administrative functions.
  • Example: "The new policy was announced from the Greek capital."

Variants and Related Words

• Athens: The specific name of the city. "Greek capital" and "Athens" are often used interchangeably, though "Athens" has a broader historical and cultural scope beyond its function as a capital.
• Capital city: A general term for which "Greek capital" is a specific instance.

Synonyms

• Athens
• The capital of Greece

Different Meanings

• This term has a single, specific meaning referring to the city of Athens as the capital of Greece. It is not used idiomatically with other meanings.

Noun

1. the capital and largest city of Greece; named after Athena (its patron goddess)
   • in the 5th century BC ancient Athens was the world's most powerful and civilized city