Definition

1. Proper noun:
   • The capital city of India: New Delhi is the official capital of India, serving as the seat of the government and a major administrative center. It is a distinct area within the larger metropolitan region of Delhi.

Examples of Usage

• Proper noun:
  • The Prime Minister addressed the nation from his office in New Delhi.
  • New Delhi is known for its wide, tree-lined avenues and government buildings.
  • The embassy is located in the diplomatic enclave of New Delhi.

Advanced Usage

• "New Delhi" as a metonym: The name is often used to refer to the Indian government or its policies.
  • The announcement from New Delhi signaled a shift in foreign policy.

Variants and Related Words

• Delhi (Proper noun): The larger National Capital Territory (NCT) which contains the city of New Delhi. Often used interchangeably in casual conversation, though they are distinct entities.
  • We flew into Delhi and then drove to our hotel in New Delhi.

Synonyms

• National capital: The city that is the official seat of government in a country.
• Capital city: A primary city where a country's government is located.

Related Phrases

• New Delhi-based: Used to describe organizations, institutions, or people whose primary office or residence is in New Delhi.
  • She works for a New Delhi-based non-profit organization.

Noun

1. the capital of India is a division of the old city of Delhi