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islamabad

/ɪzˈlɑːməˌbɑːd/
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Adjective:Islamabadi
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islamabad Lexical Profile

• noun

1

The capital city of Pakistan, located in the northern part of the country within the Islamabad Capital Territory, noted for its planned layout, greenery, and high standard of living.

Example

"The international delegates arrived in Islamabad to discuss the new regional trade agreements."

• Nearby Words

ishikari
ishim
iskar
islamabad
island
island pit viper
isle

Word Origin & Etymology

Coined in 1959 when the city was chosen to replace Karachi as the capital of Pakistan. It combines the Arabic word 'Islam' with the Persian suffix '-abad' (meaning city or settlement), literally translating to 'City of Islam'.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Islamabad. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 12, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/islamabad
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