What is another word for nevada?
Pronunciation: [nɪvˈɑːdə] (IPA) 
Nevada, known for its deserts, mountains, and casinos, has a few interesting synonyms worth noting. The name comes from the Spanish word "nevada," which means "snow-covered," a reference to the state's mountains. "Silver State" is another synonym, as Nevada is known for its silver mines and the silver rush of the mid-1800s. "Battle Born State" refers to Nevada's admittance to the Union during the Civil War, and "Sagebrush State" references the state's vast desert landscape. "Biggest Little City in the World" is a nickname for Reno, and "Las Vegas" is Spanish for "The Meadows," a nod to its origins as an oasis in the desert.
