Simple meaning
What does Nation mean?
A nation is a country and its people.
Dictionary definition
A large group of people connected by shared government, territory, identity, or history.
Example sentences
Nation in a sentence
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The nation celebrated a historical anniversary.
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Each nation has its own laws and symbols.
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Studying nations helps students compare geography and culture.
Synonyms
Words like Nation
countryUse for a recognized political territory.
stateUse for a governing political unit.
Antonyms
Opposite words
regionUse for part of a larger country or area.
local areaUse for smaller place within a nation.
Word family
Nation word family
Base word
nation
adjective
national
Related to a nation as a whole.
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Quick practice
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Practice 1
What is a nation?
A nation includes people, place, and shared systems.
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