C1adjectiveformal10K+

UK/["/kənˈɡreʃənl/"]/US/["/kənˈɡreʃənl/"]/

Meaning of Congressional

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

Congressional in a sentence

How to use Congressional

Use 'congressional' in formal contexts, especially when discussing politics or government. It’s not appropriate in casual or everyday conversations.

Grammar pattern

standalone adjective

Memory hint

Think of 'Congress' as the boss of laws — 'congressional' refers to anything related to this boss.

Related words

Collocations with Congressional

  • congressional committee
  • congressional hearing
  • congressional session
  • congressional leaders

Synonyms for Congressional

Opposites of Congressional

Common mistakes with Congressional

  • Confused with 'congratulatory' due to similar spelling.
  • Omitting the context of government when using the term.
  • Using 'congressional' in informal discussions.

Compare Congressional with Legislative, Parliamentary, Official

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Frequently asked questions about Congressional

What does Congressional mean?

Related to a congress, which is a group of people who make laws.

What is the definition of Congressional?

related to or belonging to a congress or the Congress in the US

How do you use Congressional in a sentence?

a **congressional committee/bill**

Can you give another example of Congressional?

the midterm Congressional elections

What are synonyms for Congressional?

Common alternatives include legislative, parliamentary, governmental, official.

What is the opposite of Congressional?

Opposite meanings include local, state, municipal.

What words go with Congressional?

It commonly pairs with congressional committee, congressional hearing, congressional session, congressional leaders.

What are common mistakes when using Congressional?

Confused with 'congratulatory' due to similar spelling. Omitting the context of government when using the term. Using 'congressional' in informal discussions.

How do you pronounce Congressional?

US: /["/kənˈɡreʃənl/"]/, UK: /["/kənˈɡreʃənl/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

Is Congressional formal or informal?

"Congressional" is formal, so it fits professional, business, or academic conversations.

When should I use Congressional?

Use 'congressional' in formal contexts, especially when discussing politics or government. It’s not appropriate in casual or everyday conversations.

What CEFR level is Congressional?

"Congressional" is at C1 level on the CEFR scale.