| 词组 | nation |
| 释义 | nation /ˈneɪʃən/ noun a country, considered especially in relation to its people and its social or economic structureadjectivesa great/powerful nation China is one of the most powerful nations in the world.a rich/wealthy nation Most tourists come from the wealthy nations of the world.a poor nation also an impoverished nation formal The high cost of medicines in poor nations prevents many citizens from receiving health care.an independent/sovereign nation (=one that rules itself, rather than being run by another country) We are a sovereign nation and do not accept interference in our internal affairs.an industrial/industrialized nation The rich industrial nations dominate the global economy.a developed/advanced nation (=one that has many industries) In the developed nations, many students stay in education after 18.a developing/emerging nation (=one that is starting to have more industry) Food shortages are often a problem in developing nations.verbslead the nation He led the nation out of a depression.address the nation (=make an official speech to people in a country) The president addressed the nation from outside the White House.unite the nation The crisis seemed to unite the nation.divide the nation (=make people in a country disagree) The war has divided the nation.create/build a nation They worked together to build a new nation.shock the nation This terrible crime has shocked the whole nation.rebuild a nation It will take a long time to rebuild this war-torn nation.a nation faces sth The nation is facing its greatest challenge ever.THESAURUS: nation → country (1) |
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