Synonyms for

Americas

Verb / ʌˈmerʌkʌz / / ʌˈmerɪkʌz / Another word for americas — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

The Americas are two continents, North America and South America, and the surrounding islands.

Synonyms & similar words

unitedstatesofamerica america unitedstates thestates us usa Pan-America

Common collocations

  • North America
  • South America
  • Latin America
  • Central America
  • the Americas
  • New World
  • Americas Cup

Word family

noun America

Usage note

The term 'Americas' is a plural noun referring to the continents of North and South America. It is often used in contexts discussing geography, history, or international relations.

Example sentences

  1. The Americas are the home of the Inca, the Aztec, and the Maya.
  2. Columbus discovered the Americas in 1492.
  3. Many people from all over the world come to the Americas to start a new life.
  4. The Americas are made up of many different countries, each with its own unique culture.
  5. The Americas were originally inhabited by indigenous peoples, who were later colonized by Europeans.

Quotes

  • I love America more than any other country in the world and, exactly for this reason, I insist on the right to criticize her perpetually. - James Baldwin
  • The United States of America is not for black people. We know this, and then we put it out of our minds, and then something happens to remind us. - Ta-Nehisi Coates
  • America is a tune. It must be sung together. - Gerald Stanley Lee

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