Government

System of ruling a state, country, or community.

administration political body

An organization or group that exercises authority over a state, country, or community. It is responsible for creating and enforcing laws, managing public services, and representing the interests of its citizens. Governments can vary widely in structure, ranging from democracies to authoritarian regimes.

Pronunciation

/ˈɡʌvərnmənt/

Etymology

From Old French gouvernement, from Old French 'gouverner' (to govern), from Latin gubernare (to steer, rule).

Explain Like I’m 5

Government is like the rules and people who make sure a town, city, or country runs smoothly, like deciding where to build schools and how to keep everyone safe.

Fun Facts

The word 'government' comes from the Greek words meaning 'to steer'
Ancient Greece had many different forms of government, including democracy and oligarchy
The United States has a federal system with power shared between national, state, and local governments

FAQ

What is government? It's a system for making and enforcing rules
Who makes decisions? Elected officials or leaders
What does government do? It provides services like education and healthcare

Synonyms — Similar or Related Terms

state administration

Hypernyms — Broader Categories

political system organization

Hyponyms — Specific Examples

democracy monarchy republic oligarchy

Meronyms — Parts or Components

legislature executive judiciary

Holonyms — Wholes or Groups

state nation country

Indexes

body leadership political

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