noun
- A landlocked country in central South America, bordered by Brazil, Peru, Chile, Argentina, and Paraguay.
Usage: Proper noun; refers to the country officially known as the Plurinational State of Bolivia
Examples
- Bolivia is known for its rich mineral deposits, particularly tin and silver.
- The capital of Bolivia is La Paz, one of the highest capital cities in the world.
- Many tourists visit Bolivia to see the famous salt flats in the Atacama Desert.
- Bolivia gained independence from Spain in 1825.
- The Amazon rainforest covers a significant portion of northern Bolivia.