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UK/["/ˈledʒɪslətɪv/"]/US/["/ˈledʒɪsleɪtɪv/"]/

Meaning of Legislative

connected with the act of making and passing laws

In simple words: Related to laws or making laws.

Legislative in a sentence

  • a **legislative assembly/body/council**
  • legislative powers

How to use Legislative

Used in contexts involving government, law-making bodies, or political discussions. Not suitable for informal conversations.

Grammar pattern

standalone adjective

Memory hint

Think of 'legislative' as a law-making 'leg' in government.

Related words

Collocations with Legislative

  • legislative process
  • legislative branch
  • legislative proposal
  • legislative authority
  • legislative session

Synonyms for Legislative

Opposites of Legislative

Common mistakes with Legislative

  • Confused with 'legislation' which refers to the laws themselves.
  • Using in informal contexts where simpler terms like 'law' would suffice.

Compare Legislative with Regulatory, Judicial

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Frequently asked questions about Legislative

What does Legislative mean?

Related to laws or making laws.

What is the definition of Legislative?

connected with the act of making and passing laws

How do you use Legislative in a sentence?

a **legislative assembly/body/council**

Can you give another example of Legislative?

legislative powers

What are synonyms for Legislative?

Common alternatives include law-making, legitimating, regulatory, statutory, judicial.

What is the opposite of Legislative?

Opposite meanings include unlawful, illegal.

What words go with Legislative?

It commonly pairs with legislative process, legislative branch, legislative proposal, legislative authority, legislative session.

What are common mistakes when using Legislative?

Confused with 'legislation' which refers to the laws themselves. Using in informal contexts where simpler terms like 'law' would suffice.

How do you pronounce Legislative?

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

Is Legislative formal or informal?

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

When should I use Legislative?

Used in contexts involving government, law-making bodies, or political discussions. Not suitable for informal conversations.

What CEFR level is Legislative?

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