Synonyms for

Iraq

Verb / ˌɪˈrɑ:k / / ˌi:ˈrɑ:k / / ˌaɪˈrɑ:k / Another word for iraq — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Iraq is a country in the Middle East.

Synonyms & similar words

republicofiraq iraq aliraq irak Mesopotamia Babylon Assyria Sumer Akkad Caliphate Baghdad Arabia Persia Iran Kuwait Qatar Syria Jordan Lebanon Israel Palestine Egypt Turkey

Common collocations

  • Republic of Iraq
  • Iraq War
  • northern Iraq
  • southern Iraq
  • eastern Iraq
  • western Iraq
  • Baghdad, Iraq
  • post-war Iraq

Word family

noun Iraq

Usage note

Iraq is a proper noun referring to a specific country in the Middle East. It does not have antonyms or synonyms in the traditional sense. Its primary usage is as a geographical and political entity.

Example sentences

  1. Iraq is known for its oil reserves.
  2. My friend moved to Iraq last year.
  3. I read a book about the history of Iraq.
  4. The capital of Iraq is Baghdad.
  5. I would love to visit Iraq someday.

Quotes

  • 'I've been to Afghanistan and Iraq, and I can tell you this: soldiers are braver than politicians.' - Pete Buttigieg
  • 'I don't want to go to Iraq. I don't want to go to Afghanistan. I don't want to go to Iran. I don't want to go to Syria. It's business. We make weapons.' - Raytheon worker
  • 'My fellow citizens, events in Iraq have now reached the final days of decision.' - George W. Bush

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