Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
legislative-power
Noun
/ˈlɛdʒɪsleɪtɪv ˈpaʊər/
Definition
The authority granted to a governing body, typically a legislature, to create, amend, and repeal laws.
Examples
- The legislative power of Congress allows it to pass federal laws.
- In many countries, the legislative power is held by a parliament.
Meaning
Legislative power refers to the formal ability of an organization, usually at the national or regional level, to make laws that govern a society.
Synonyms
- Law-making authority
- Statutory power
- Legislative authority
