Armenia (Noun)
Meaning
A landlocked republic in southwestern Asia; formerly an Asian soviet; modern Armenia is but a fragment of ancient Armenia which was one of the world's oldest civilizations; throughout 2500 years the Armenian people have been invaded and oppressed by their neighbors.
Classification
Nouns denoting spatial position.
Examples
- The country of Armenia has a rich cultural heritage despite being a small landlocked republic in southwestern Asia.
- Armenia declared its independence from the Soviet Union in 1991 after decades of being an Asian soviet.
- Modern Armenia is a result of the devastating wars with neighboring countries that reduced the territory of the ancient Armenia.
- The Armenian people have a long history of struggle and resilience, having been invaded and oppressed by their neighbors for over 2500 years.
- Armenia is home to numerous ancient monasteries and churches that reflect its strong Christian heritage and history as one of the world's oldest civilizations.