Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
legislature
noun
/ˈlɛdʒ.ɪ.sleɪ.tʃər/
Definition
A legislature is a group of people who have the authority to make or change laws for a country or region.
Examples
- The state legislature passed a new bill on education reform.
- Members of the legislature debated the proposed changes for hours.
- Each legislature has the power to enact laws specific to its jurisdiction.
Meaning
The term refers to the elected assembly that is responsible for creating, amending, or repealing laws.
Synonyms
- Assembly
- Parliament
- Council
- Congress
- Synod
