Definition

1. Proper noun:
   • An island country in the Atlantic Ocean off the coast of Senegal: The Republic of Cape Verde is a sovereign nation consisting of an archipelago of volcanic islands located in the central Atlantic Ocean, near the western coast of Africa.

Usage Examples

• Proper noun:
  • The Republic of Cape Verde is known for its stable democracy and growing tourism sector.
  • She studied the unique cultural blend found in the Republic of Cape Verde.

Advanced Usage

• Used in formal or official contexts: The full name "Republic of Cape Verde" is often used in diplomatic, legal, and formal documents to denote the country's official status.
  • The treaty was signed between the Republic of Cape Verde and the European Union.

Variants and Related Words

• Cape Verde (Proper noun): The common, shortened name for the country.
  • We are flying to Cape Verde for our holiday.
• Cabo Verde (Proper noun): The Portuguese-language name for the country, which is also an official variant in English.
  • Cabo Verde is a member of the Community of Portuguese Language Countries.

Synonyms

• Cape Verde: The most frequent synonym.
• Cabo Verde: An official synonym reflecting the national language.

Related Phrases

• Island nation of Cape Verde: A descriptive phrase emphasizing its geographical nature.
  • The island nation of Cape Verde faces unique environmental challenges.

Noun

1. an island country in the Atlantic off the coast of Senegal