Synonyms for

Territories

Verb / ˈterʌˌtɔ:ri:z / Another word for territories — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Territories are areas of land that are controlled by a particular country or ruler.

Synonyms & similar words

territorialdominion district soil dominion territory regions provinces states lands domains realms domains jurisdictions dependencies colonies possession property landholdings holdings estates fiefdoms districts zones areas

Synonyms by register

Formal

domains jurisdictions regions areas

Informal

lands spots zones places

Literary

realms demesnes dominions

Antonyms

independence freedom sovereignty autonomy liberty self-governance

Common collocations

  • occupied territories
  • disputed territories
  • foreign territories
  • national territories
  • border territories
  • remote territories
  • vast territories

Word family

noun territory
verb territorialize
adjective territorial

Usage note

Often used in political or geographical contexts. Can refer to areas under the control of a state or animal. The plural form 'territories' is common when discussing multiple distinct areas.

Example sentences

  1. The United States has territories like Guam and Puerto Rico.
  2. Canada has three territories: Yukon, Northwest Territories, and Nunavut.
  3. The British Empire once had many territories around the world.
  4. The territories in the Middle East have been the subject of many wars.
  5. Some territories are very small, like Monaco.

Quotes

  • The United States has territories like Guam and Puerto Rico that are not states, but still belong to the country.
  • Some territories are very remote and difficult to reach.
  • The territories of Antarctica are governed by the Antarctic Treaty.

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