Definition

1. Proper noun:
   • A sovereign country in South America: The Republic of Bolivia is a landlocked nation located in the central-western part of the South American continent. It was founded in 1825, with its independence from Spain secured by revolutionary leader Simón Bolívar, for whom the country is named.

Usage Examples

• Proper noun:
  • The Republic of Bolivia is known for its diverse geography, which includes the Andes Mountains and the Amazon Basin.
  • La Paz is the administrative capital of the Republic of Bolivia.

Advanced Usage

• "Plurinational State of Bolivia": This is the country's official full name since 2009, reflecting its multi-ethnic composition.
  • The Plurinational State of Bolivia recognizes 36 indigenous languages.

Variants and Related Words

• Bolivia (n): The common short form for the Republic of Bolivia.
  • Bolivia's economy is rich in natural resources like natural gas and lithium.

Synonyms

• Bolivia: The standard synonym for the Republic of Bolivia.

Noun

1. a landlocked republic in central South America; Simon Bolivar founded Bolivia in 1825 after winning independence from Spain