olympia

/ˈɒlɪmpiə/

Definitions

1. proper noun

a city in Greece, especially known for the ancient Olympic Games.

“The tourists visited Olympia to see the ancient ruins.”

2. noun

a place or region where a particular activity or pursuit is concentrated or prominent.

“The city was a hub for art and thus became an Olympia for creatives.”

3. noun

a peak in the Olympic Mountains of Washington, USA.

“We hiked up Olympia for breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape.”

Synonyms

  • capital
  • hub

Antonyms

  • backwater
  • periphery