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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

federalism

/ˌfɛdəˈrəlɪzəm/ noun · British & US
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What does federalism mean?

noun

A system of government in which power is divided between a central authority and constituent political units, such as states or provinces, which have a degree of autonomy.

Example

"The country's federalism allows for a balance between national and regional interests."

Definition generated by AI and curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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