congressional
- 01 B2 Upper Intermediate
relating specifically to the United States Congress in Washington, D.C.
relating specifically to the bicameral legislature of the United States federal government.
Simple“The president needs congressional approval before he can spend the money.”
In context“The senator faced a congressional inquiry regarding the allocation of federal funds during the previous fiscal year.”
UsageUsually capitalized when referring to a specific session or committee.
“They note how progressives pushing for economic justice and universal healthcare have won a string of impressive victories in mayoral elections and congressional primaries over the past year.”
“Chuang wrote that the Trump administration’s selection of the Ronald Reagan Building in Washington violated congressional measures requiring the General Services Administration to select one of three locations outside Washington.”