senatorial
adj. C1 Advanced US //ˌsɛnəˈtɔɹiəɫ// UK //sˌɛnətˈɔːɹɪəl// sen·a·to·ri·al
adj. relating to a senator or the group of senators in a government. It describes things that are official or formal because they come from this group of leaders.
adj. relating to a senator or the body of senators in a legislative assembly. Often used to describe formal procedures, official duties, or the collective influence of the upper house of a legislature.
The senatorial committee met to discuss the new law.
The senatorial vote was the final step needed to pass the national healthcare reform.
The senatorial chamber is designed to encourage long, thoughtful debate, featuring high ceilings and individual desks to symbolize the gravity of the legislative process.