government

noun

Stress: first syllable

Syllables: gov-ern-ment (3)
English Definition

The governing body of a nation, state, or community.

Example Sentence

The government passed a new law.

US IPA /ˈɡʌv.ɚn.mənt/
UK IPA /ˈɡʌv.n̩.mənt/

Synonyms

administration regime authority state

Antonyms

anarchy lawlessness