Ministates — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

noun /ˈmi-nē-ˌstāt/ mini·state

Meaning & Definition of Ministates

Ministates (noun)

  1. a small independent nation

Ministates (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. as in nation-states, city-states

    similar: city-states, microstates, nation-states, commonwealths, countries, lands, nations, sovereignties, domains, dominions, empires, kingdoms, realms, republics, duchies, dukedoms, emirates, principalities, seigniories, sultanates, democracies, dictatorships, monarchies, monocracies, oligarchies, sovereigns, theocracies, client states, colonies, condominiums, dependencies, mandates, provinces, settlements, soil, trust territories, fatherlands, homelands, motherlands, great powers, powers, sea powers, superpowers, world powers, welfare states

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Ministates

The most common words with a similar meaning to Ministates:

city-states, microstates, nation-states, commonwealths, countries, lands, nations, sovereignties, domains, dominions, empires, kingdoms, realms, republics, duchies, dukedoms, emirates, principalities, seigniories, sultanates, democracies, dictatorships, monarchies, monocracies, oligarchies, sovereigns, theocracies, client states, colonies, condominiums, dependencies, mandates, provinces, settlements, soil, trust territories, fatherlands, homelands, motherlands, great powers

Origin & Etymology of Ministates

First known use: 1966

Frequently Asked Questions about Ministates

What does "Ministates" mean?

"Ministates" means a small independent nation. As a noun, it is defined as: a small independent nation.

What is another word for "Ministates"?

Other words for "Ministates" include city-states, microstates, nation-states, commonwealths, countries, lands, nations and sovereignties. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Ministates" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Ministates"?

There are 45 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Ministates". Common alternatives include city-states, microstates, nation-states, commonwealths, countries, lands, nations, sovereignties, domains and dominions.

Is "Ministates" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Ministates" is a noun.

How do you pronounce "Ministates"?

"Ministates" is pronounced /ˈmi-nē-ˌstāt/ and divided into syllables as mini·state.

What is the origin of the word "Ministates"?

First known use: 1966.

What is another word for "Ministates" meaning "as in nation-states, city-states"?

When "Ministates" (noun) means as in nation-states, city-states, synonyms include city-states, microstates, nation-states, commonwealths, countries and lands.