Costa Rica
Definition
A country in Central America known for its stable democracy, high standard of living compared to other Central American nations, and commitment to environmental protection.
Analogy
Imagine Costa Rica as that student who always seems calm amidst exam stress and is also passionate about saving the environment. That's Costa Rica among other Central American countries - peaceful with a strong focus on preserving nature.
Related terms
Democracy: A system of government where citizens exercise power directly or elect representatives from among themselves to form a governing body.
Environmental Protection: Practices that aim at conserving natural resources and preserving biodiversity against destruction or pollution.
Standard of Living: The level of wealth, comfort, material goods available to a certain socioeconomic class in certain geographic area.
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