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bolivian

adj.
B1 Intermediate US //bəˈɫɪviən// bo·li·vian
Definition

adj. relating to Bolivia, its people, or its culture.

adj. relating to the Republic of Bolivia or its inhabitants. Often used attributively to modify nouns related to the nation's geography, culture, or politics.


SIMPLE

We enjoyed a traditional Bolivian meal last night.

CONTEXTUAL

The Bolivian government recently announced new measures to protect the biodiversity of the Amazon rainforest.

COMPLEX

High-altitude agriculture is a cornerstone of the Bolivian economy, with farmers in the Andes cultivating varieties of quinoa and potatoes that have sustained the region for centuries.

Origin

From Bolivia + -an.

Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.

Usage

Typically placed before the noun it modifies; capitalised in all contexts.

Last updated May 11, 2026