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Definition of zulia
zulia
/ˈzuːliə/
Zu · li · a
Adjective:Zulian
zulia Lexical Profile
CEFR
C1
Grade
9
Tier
3
Usage
Rare
• noun
1
A state in northwestern Venezuela that surrounds Lake Maracaibo, globally recognized for its significant petroleum reserves and the unique atmospheric phenomenon known as Catatumbo lightning.
Example
"The state of Zulia is a major hub for Venezuela's oil and energy industries."
• Rhymes for zulia
Word Origin & Etymology
Named after the Zulia River, which flows into Lake Maracaibo. The name is believed to originate from the Chibcha language or local indigenous dialects, though popular legend attributes it to a mythical indigenous princess named Zulia.
Usage Trend
Historical frequency of usage in published text.
180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer
Cite this Entry
Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Zulia. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 17, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/zulia