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Definition of north macedonia

north macedonia

Adjective:North Macedonian
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north macedonia Lexical Profile

• noun

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A landlocked country located in the Balkan Peninsula of Southeast Europe, bordered by Kosovo, Serbia, Bulgaria, Greece, and Albania.

Example

"Skopje is the capital and largest city of North Macedonia, serving as its political, cultural, and economic center."

Word Nuance & Usage

The name 'North Macedonia' was officially adopted in 2019 to resolve a long-standing diplomatic dispute with Greece regarding the historical region of Macedonia.

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Word Origin & Etymology

Officially adopted in 2019 following the Prespa agreement between Athens and Skopje. The geographic modifier 'North' distinguishes the country from the neighboring Greek region of Macedonia. The name 'Macedonia' derives from the ancient Greek kingdom of Makedonía.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of North macedonia. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 12, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/north macedonia
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