Definition

Proper noun: A sovereign nation located on the northern coast of South America, with a coastline on the Caribbean Sea. It gained sovereignty from Spain in the early 19th century and possesses substantial petroleum reserves.

Usage

The term "Republic of Venezuela" is the official long-form name of the country, used in formal, legal, and diplomatic contexts to refer to the state. * The ambassador presented his credentials to the Republic of Venezuela. * The treaty was signed between the United States and the Republic of Venezuela.

Advanced Usage

• The name can be used historically to specify the period or entity as a republic, particularly in contrast to its colonial past or other forms of government.
  • Following the war of independence, the Republic of Venezuela was established.

Variants and Related Words

• Venezuela (Proper noun): The common, short-form name for the country, used in everyday language and most general contexts.
  • Caracas is the capital of Venezuela.

Synonyms

• Venezuela: The direct and most frequent synonym.
• Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela: The current official name adopted in the 1999 constitution. This is a more specific variant.
  • The Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela is a member of the United Nations.

Noun

1. a republic in northern South America on the Caribbean; achieved independence from Spain in 1811; rich in oil