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Definition of governmental

governmental

/ˌɡʌv.ɚnˈmɛn.təl/
gov · ern · men · tal
Adverb:governmentally
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• adjective

1

Relating to, characteristic of, or denoting a government or its administration.

Example

"The committee reviewed several governmental policies aimed at improving public infrastructure."

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• Rhymes for governmental

• Nearby Words

governess
governing
government
governmental
governmentally
governor
governorship

Word Origin & Etymology

Formed in the mid-18th century from "government" plus the suffix "-al." The root "govern" traces back through Old French "governer" to Latin "gubernare" (to steer a ship, direct, or rule), ultimately from Ancient Greek "kybernan" (to steer or pilot).

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Governmental. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 4, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/governmental
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