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Parliamentary

UK /["/ˌpɑːləˈmentri/"]/US /["/ˌpɑːrləˈmentri/"]/

Definition

connected with a parliament; having a parliament

In simple words: Related to a parliament, which is a group of people who make laws.

Examples

  • parliamentary elections
  • a parliamentary democracy

Usage notes

Used in formal discussions about government or law. Not common in casual conversation. Appropriate when discussing legislative processes or institutions.

Grammar pattern

standalone adjective

Memory hint

Think of 'parliament' + 'ary' like 'related to lawmakers'.

Collocations

  • parliamentary system
  • parliamentary procedure
  • parliamentary debate

Synonyms

  • legislative
  • congressional
  • governmental
  • political

Antonyms

  • nonparliamentary
  • autocratic
  • dictatorial

Common mistakes

  • Confused with 'parliament' as a noun.
  • Use in informal contexts, where simpler words could be better.
  • Incorrectly spelled as 'parlimentary'.