Nation
Nation noun - A body of people composed of one or more nationalities usually with its own territory and government.
Usage example: the American people became one nation when they adopted the Constitution in 1789
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Synonyms for Nation
Principality is a synonym for nation in realm topic. In some cases you can use "Principality" instead a noun "Nation", when it comes to topics like country with its own government.
Principality
Principality noun - Territory ruled by a prince.
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Synonyms for Principality
Nation is a synonym for principality in realm topic. You can use "Nation" instead a noun "Principality", if it concerns topics such as historically.
Nearby Words: principal, principally
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Both words in one sentence
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It was formed as a principality in the 14th century, an independent nation ruled by a price.
- Unless his nation is a principality, in which case "Prince" would be the highest possible rank.
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Equestria, formally the Principality of Equestria, is the largest equine nation in the world.
Source: Just For Fun / Equestria
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