bolivariano

Bolivariano is a Spanish term meaning Bolivarian, used to refer to things connected with Simón Bolívar, the early 19th‑century military and political leader who played a central role in the independence of several Latin American countries. As an adjective, bolivariano denotes affiliation with or inspiration from Bolívar’s ideas and legacy, and it is used to describe people, movements, institutions, and symbols associated with him.

In political and ideological contexts, Bolivariano relates to Bolivarianism, a current that emphasizes republican governance, national sovereignty, social welfare, and regional integration. The term gained prominence in Venezuela during and after the Bolivarian Revolution, a period associated with policies and rhetoric that sought to interpret Bolívar’s legacy through leftist and anti‑imperialist frameworks. Supporters and allied groups may identify themselves as bolivariano to signal alignment with Bolívar’s legacy and with programs, symbols, or projects framed as advancing his principles.

Beyond politics, the term appears in cultural and educational settings, where references to Bolívar—through monuments, schools, public initiatives, and commemorations—are described as bolivarian in tone or content. The usage of bolivariano varies by country and context, reflecting different interpretations of Bolívar’s legacy and how it is imagined in contemporary liberal, socialist, or nationalist discourses.

See also: Simón Bolívar; Bolivarianism; Bolivarian Revolution; ALBA.