Vocabulary
Cordial
English and Urdu gloss, synonyms and antonyms, and example usage from our editorial sentence cache where available.
English meaning
warm and friendly.
Urdu meaning
گرم جوشی، پرتپاک، خوشگوار
Example sentences (from Dawn)
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However, India, which is a larger country in both size and population, and has stronger economic and political clout, has shown reluctance to initiate peace efforts, despite enjoying cordial relations with both Israel and Iran.
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Choosing not to be a peace-broker
— 2026-04-18
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While some, such as IS-K, are enemies of the Afghan Taliban, most others, including the TTP, share cordial ties with Kabul`s rulers.
Dawn Editorials —
CT cooperation
— 2026-02-10
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The two appear to have had a largely cordial engagement.
Dawn Editorials —
Welcome overtures
— 2026-02-04
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While there have been ups and downs, the Pakistan-Iran relationship has been largely cordial.Along with a joint frontier, both nations share historical, cultural and spiritual ties.
Dawn Editorials —
Stance on Iran
— 2026-01-31
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While some groups, such as IS, are at odds with the Taliban, others, such as the banned T TP and Al Qaeda, have cordial ties with their hosts.
Dawn Editorials —
Afghan isolation
— 2025-12-17
Synonyms
friendly, warm, genial, affable, amiable, pleasant, fond, affectionate, warm-hearted
Curator example
“the atmosphere was cordial and relaxed”
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