a republic in northern South America on the Caribbean; achieved independence from Spain in 1811; rich in oil
"Oil revenue has long fueled Venezuela, a republic in northern South America that gained independence from Spain in 1811."
Venezuela
"Venezuela is a country located on the northern coast of South America."
A country in South America. Official name: Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela.
"Venezuela, officially known as the Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela, is a nation located on the northern coast of South America."
The name Venezuela comes from the Italian word Veneziola, meaning "little Venice." This was chosen because the area's stilt houses reminded explorers of the architecture in Venice, Italy.