azania

/əˈzɑːniə/

Definitions

1. noun

A former name for South Africa, particularly in the context of the anti-apartheid movement.

“The struggle for Azania was a powerful symbol of resistance against apartheid.”

2. proper noun

Refers specifically to the Republic of South Africa, especially in contexts that evoke its anti-apartheid heritage.

“The new constitution marked the official end of Azania’s apartheid era.”

Synonyms

  • africa
  • south africa

Antonyms

  • apartheid state
  • racist regime