governmental
|gov-ern-men-tal|
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/ˌɡʌvərnˈmɛntl/
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/ˌɡʌvənˈmɛntl/
(government)
system of control
Etymology
'governmental' originates from the word 'government', which comes from the Old French 'governer', derived from the Latin 'gubernare', meaning 'to steer or govern'.
'government' evolved from the Old French 'governer', which was adapted into Middle English as 'governen', eventually becoming 'government' in modern English.
Initially, it meant 'to steer or govern', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'the system by which a state or community is governed'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
relating to or concerning the government or the affairs of government.
The governmental policies were designed to improve public health.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45