Municipality — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms
Meaning & Definition of Municipality
Municipality (noun)
- a primarily urban political unit (such as a city or town) having corporate status and usually powers of self-government
- the governing body of a municipality
Municipality (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms
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a thickly settled, highly populated area
"a municipality with an excellent police department"
Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Municipality
The most common words with a similar meaning to Municipality:
Word Forms of Municipality
Inflections: municipalities
Origin & Etymology of Municipality
First known use: 1790
Frequently Asked Questions about Municipality
What does "Municipality" mean?
"Municipality" means a primarily urban political unit (such as a city or town) having corporate status and usually powers of self-government. As a noun, it is defined as: a primarily urban political unit (such as a city or town) having corporate status and usually powers of self-government.
What is another word for "Municipality"?
Other words for "Municipality" include asphalt jungle, burg, city, cosmopolis, megacity, megalopolis, metropolis and town. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Municipality" you intend.
What are different ways to say "Municipality"?
There are 21 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Municipality". Common alternatives include asphalt jungle, burg, city, cosmopolis, megacity, megalopolis, metropolis and town.
How do you use "Municipality" in a sentence?
Examples of "Municipality" in a sentence: "a municipality with an excellent police department".
Is "Municipality" a noun, verb, or adjective?
"Municipality" is a noun.
How do you pronounce "Municipality"?
"Municipality" is pronounced /myu̇-ˌni-sə-ˈpa-lə-tē/ and divided into syllables as mu·nic·i·pal·i·ty.
What is the origin of the word "Municipality"?
First known use: 1790.
What is another word for "Municipality" meaning "a thickly settled, highly populated area"?
When "Municipality" (noun) means a thickly settled, highly populated area, synonyms include asphalt jungle, burg, city, cosmopolis, megacity and megalopolis.