Synonyms for
Nehru
Definition
Nehru refers to Jawaharlal Nehru, the first Prime Minister of India.
Synonyms & similar words
Common collocations
- Nehru jacket
- Nehru collar
- Nehru shirt
- Nehru cap
- Nehruvian era
- Nehruvian ideals
Word family
noun Nehru
Usage note
Nehru is a proper noun, referring to Jawaharlal Nehru, the first Prime Minister of India, or items named after him. It is not typically used as a common noun with direct synonyms or antonyms.
Example sentences
- Nehru was a great leader who fought for India's independence.
- My grandfather used to tell me stories about Nehru's speeches.
- Nehru was known for his love for children and was fondly called Chacha Nehru.
- Nehru's policies were based on the principles of socialism and democracy.
- The Nehru jacket was a popular fashion trend in the 1960s.
Quotes
The light has gone out of our lives and there is darkness everywhere. I do not know what to tell you and how to say it. Our beloved leader, Bapu as we called him, the father of the nation, is no more. Perhaps I am wrong to say that. Nevertheless, we will not see him again as we have seen him for these many years. We will not run to him for advice and seek solace from him, and that is a terrible blow, not only for me, but for millions and millions in this country. - Jawaharlal Nehru on the death of Mahatma Gandhi
The only alternative to coexistence is codestruction. - Jawaharlal Nehru
A leader or a man of action in a crisis almost always acts subconsciously and then thinks of the reasons for his action. - Jawaharlal Nehru