Legislative — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

adjective noun /ˈle-jə-ˌslā-tiv/ leg·is·la·tive

Meaning & Definition of Legislative

Legislative (adjective)

  1. having the power or performing the function of legislating
  2. belonging to the branch of government that is charged with such powers as making laws, levying and collecting taxes, and making financial appropriations
  3. of or relating to a legislature

Legislative (noun)

  1. the body or department exercising the power and function of legislating, legislature

Legislative (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. as in legislature, council

    similar: assembly, chamber, council, diet, house, legislature, congress, parliament, general assembly, legislative assembly

Related Entry: Legislative assemblies (noun)

Legislative assemblies is a different word from Legislative. The synonyms below are for legislative assemblies, not for legislative.

  1. as in general assemblies

    similar: general assemblies, assemblies, chambers, councils, diets, houses, legislatives, legislatures, congresses, parliaments

Related Entry: Legislative assembly (noun)

Legislative assembly is a different word from Legislative. The synonyms below are for legislative assembly, not for legislative.

  1. as in general assembly

    similar: general assembly, assembly, chamber, council, diet, house, legislative, legislature, congress, parliament

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Legislative

The most common words with a similar meaning to Legislative:

assembly, chamber, council, diet, house, legislature, congress, parliament, general assembly, legislative assembly

Word Forms of Legislative

Derived words: legislatively (adverb)

Origin & Etymology of Legislative

First known use: 1621

Vocabulary Lists & Topics for Legislative

Words & Phrases Containing Legislative

legislative assembly, legislative branch, legislative council, quasi-legislative

Frequently Asked Questions about Legislative

What does "Legislative" mean?

"Legislative" means having the power or performing the function of legislating. As an an adjective and a noun, it is defined as: having the power or performing the function of legislating.

What is another word for "Legislative"?

Other words for "Legislative" include assembly, chamber, council, diet, house, legislature, congress and parliament. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Legislative" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Legislative"?

There are 10 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Legislative". Common alternatives include assembly, chamber, council, diet, house, legislature, congress, parliament, general assembly and legislative assembly.

Is "Legislative" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Legislative" can be used as an adjective and a noun, depending on the context.

Is "Legislative" useful for IELTS, TOEFL, and other English exams?

As a C1-level word, "Legislative" is typical of Cambridge C1 Advanced (CAE), IELTS band 7.0–8.0, TOEFL iBT 95–113, PTE Academic 76–84, TOEIC Listening & Reading 945+. Advanced words like this are also useful for the GRE, SAT, GMAT, and LSAT.

How do you pronounce "Legislative"?

"Legislative" is pronounced /ˈle-jə-ˌslā-tiv/ and divided into syllables as leg·is·la·tive.

What is the origin of the word "Legislative"?

First known use: 1621.

What is another word for "Legislative" meaning "as in legislature, council"?

When "Legislative" (noun) means as in legislature, council, synonyms include assembly, chamber, council, diet, house and legislature.