Synonyms for

Russia

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

Definition

Russia is a country located in northern Eurasia. It is the largest country in the world by land area.

Synonyms & similar words

russianfederation sovietrussia ussr russia unionofsovietsocialistrepublics russiansovietfederatedsocialistrepublic sovietunion USSR Moscow Kremlin Siberia Bolsheviks Communism Glasnost Perestroika

Common collocations

  • Russia Today
  • Greater Russia
  • Modern Russia
  • Imperial Russia
  • Soviet Russia
  • Russia and China
  • Russia and Europe

Word family

noun Russia
adjective Russian

Usage note

Russia refers to the country. Its adjective form is 'Russian'. Avoid using it as a synonym for 'Russian people' unless context is very clear.

Example sentences

  1. I want to visit Russia one day and see the Red Square.
  2. Russia is famous for having the largest railway in the world.
  3. Many famous authors such as Leo Tolstoy and Fyodor Dostoevsky are from Russia.
  4. During the Cold War, Russia and the United States were in a tense political rivalry.
  5. Russia is known for its delicious cuisine, such as borscht and blini.

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