nation

A country with its own government.

• It is a small island nation.
• Several nations signed the agreement.
• The nation elected a new president.

Similar words: country, state

Common phrases: a wealthy nation, island nation, developing nation, independent nation

A large group of people who share a history, culture, language, or sense of belonging together.

• They see themselves as one nation.
• A nation can exist without its own state.
• Their shared language helped unite the nation.

Similar words: people

Common phrases: a divided nation, nation without borders, a proud nation