legislation (B2)

noun

Pronunciation: /ˌlɛdʒɪsˈleɪʃən/

Definition

A set of laws or a law that is made by a government.

Examples

• Parliament is debating new legislation on immigration.

• The proposed legislation aims to reduce carbon emissions.

• Stricter legislation is needed to combat cybercrime.

How to Use legislation

legislation on (prepositional phrase)

Laws related to a specific topic or issue. — "New legislation on data protection was enacted last year."

legislation to (prepositional phrase)

Laws created with a specific purpose or goal. — "They are proposing legislation to combat climate change."

Synonyms of legislation

Words with a similar meaning to legislation:

• law
• statute
• regulation
• ordinance

Antonyms of legislation

Words with the opposite meaning to legislation:

• anarchy
• disorder

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