nakba Meaning & Definition
/ˈnɑːkbə/
What Does Nakba Mean?
Nakba is used as a noun meaning In Arab contexts: a catastrophe; a grave setback. As a proper noun, it means Alternative letter-case form of Nakba. As a proper noun, it means The foundation of the State of Israel and subsequent expulsion or flight of the majority of the Palestinian Arabs (some 700,000) among its residents, perceived as a catastrophe by many Palestinians and others.
Quick Facts About Nakba
| Part of speech | noun, proper noun |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | /ˈnɑːkbə/ |
| Plural | nakbas |
Nakba Definition (Noun)
- In Arab contexts: a catastrophe; a grave setback.
Nakba as a Proper Noun
- Alternative letter-case form of Nakba.
Proper Noun
- The foundation of the State of Israel and subsequent expulsion or flight of the majority of the Palestinian Arabs (some 700,000) among its residents, perceived as a catastrophe by many Palestinians and others.
Synonyms of Nakba
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Nakba synonyms and antonyms →Word Forms & Grammar
nakba (plural nakbas)
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Origin of Nakba
Borrowed from Arabic نَكْبَة (nakba, “disaster, catastrophe”); see further at Nakba.