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nevada

noun

Simple meaning

Several other locations in the United States.

Pronunciation

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nuhvaduh

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IPA pronunciation (US)

nəˈvædə

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Definition

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noun

  1. Several other locations in the United States

  2. University of Nevada, Reno.

  3. A state in the western United States. Capital: Carson City. Largest city: Las Vegas.

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This meaning: Several other locations in the United States

Used this way, nevada is a reasonably familiar word that usually carries little praise or criticism of its own. It usually sounds natural in a wide range of settings.

Emotional tone
Neutral
Formality
Neutral
Intensity
Not strongly marked
How common
Moderately common
Connotation
Matter-of-fact
Usage feel
Neutral and straightforward

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More ways to use nevada

  • “We plan to visit Nevada next summer for our vacation.”noun

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