United States Government

Federal government of the United States.

US Gov't Federal Government

The United States Government is the federal government of the United States, a constitutional republic.

Pronunciation

/juːˈnaɪtɪd ˈsteɪts ɡʌvərnmənt/

Etymology

Derived from 'United States,' referring to the union of states.

Explain Like I’m 5

The United States Government is like a team that makes and carries out laws for everyone living in the country, including the President, Congress, and courts.

Fun Facts

The U
S
government has three co-equal branches to prevent any one branch from becoming too powerful
The White House is both the President's home and office
The U
S
Capitol building houses Congress

FAQ

What is the main job of the government? To make and enforce laws
Who are the three branches of government? The legislative, executive, and judicial branches
Where does the Constitution get its power? From the people of the United States

Synonyms — Similar or Related Terms

federal government

Hypernyms — Broader Categories

government

Hyponyms — Specific Examples

executive branch legislative branch judicial branch

Meronyms — Parts or Components

Congress Supreme Court President

Holonyms — Wholes or Groups

United States

Indexes

governmental political entity

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