Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
government-official
noun
/ˈɡʌv(ə)rnmənt əˈfɪʃəl/

Definition
A person who holds a position of authority in a government.

Examples
- The government official announced new policies to improve public health.
- A government official visited the disaster site to oversee relief efforts.

Meaning
Government officials are responsible for making decisions or managing public policies and services.

Synonyms
- public servant
- government representative
- administrative officer