Great Basin is a term used to describe an arid region in western North America. The region encompasses parts of several western U.S. states, including Nevada, Utah, Idaho, and Oregon. Synonyms for Great Basin vary depending on the context or purpose for which the term is used. Some possible synonyms may include High Desert, Intermountain West, Basin and Range Province, or Great Basin Desert. Other terms that may be used interchangeably with Great Basin include Sagebrush Steppe, Sagebrush Country, or simply, the Basin. These terms all refer to the same geologic feature but may vary in specificity depending on the intended audience and usage.