Synonyms for

Palestine

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

Definition

Palestine is a region in the Middle East, located between the Jordan River and the Mediterranean Sea.

Synonyms & similar words

palestine holyland promisedland canaan Israel Judea Samaria Zion Canaan Levant Arabia Mesopotamia Babylon Assyria Phoenicia

Common collocations

  • State of Palestine
  • occupied Palestine
  • ancient Palestine
  • modern Palestine
  • Palestine Liberation Organization
  • Palestine National Council
  • Palestine Authority

Word family

noun Palestine

Usage note

Palestine is primarily used as a proper noun referring to a specific geographical region and political entity. It does not have direct antonyms or common synonyms in the typical sense.

Example sentences

  1. Palestine is a beautiful place with a lot of history.
  2. My friend's family is from Palestine.
  3. There is a lot of conflict in Palestine.
  4. Palestine has a rich culture and heritage.
  5. I learned about Palestine in school today.

Quotes

  • “Palestine is the cement that holds the Arab world together, or it is the explosive that blows it apart.” - Yasser Arafat
  • “Palestine belongs to the Arabs in the same sense that England belongs to the English or France to the French.” - Mahatma Gandhi
  • “Palestine is the symbol of Arab dignity and hope.” - George Antonius

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