congressional (C1)

adjective

Pronunciation: /kəŋˈɡreʃənəl/

Definition

Relating to or involving a congress, especially the United States Congress.

Examples

• The bill faced significant congressional opposition.

• She was a respected member of the congressional staff.

• The president addressed the congressional budget committee.

Synonyms of congressional

Words with a similar meaning to congressional:

• legislative
• parliamentary
• senatorial

Antonyms of congressional

Words with the opposite meaning to congressional:

• executive
• judicial

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