Islamabad
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Definition
Noun: - The capital city of Pakistan: Islamabad is the purpose-built, modern capital city of Pakistan, located in the northern part of the country on the Potwar Plateau. Its site was selected in 1959.
Usage Examples
- Noun:
- The government of Pakistan is based in Islamabad.
- She moved to Islamabad for her new diplomatic assignment.
- The city of Islamabad is known for its orderly layout and green spaces.
Advanced Usage
- "Islamabad-based": Used as a compound adjective to describe organizations, institutions, or individuals whose primary operations or residence are in the capital.
- The Islamabad-based think tank released a new policy report.
Variants and Related Words
- Islamabadi (adj, informal): Pertaining to or characteristic of Islamabad or its residents.
- The restaurant offers an Islamabadi twist on traditional cuisine.
Synonyms
- Capital of Pakistan: The primary seat of the Pakistani government.
- Federal capital: Emphasizes its status as the capital of the federation.
Related Phrases
- "Islamabad and Rawalpindi": Often mentioned together as the twin cities, referring to the close proximity and interconnectedness of the modern capital (Islamabad) and the historic, bustling city of Rawalpindi.
Noun
- the capital of Pakistan in the north on a plateau; the site was chosen in 1959