What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
governmental
Example
The new law has significant governmental implications. [governmental: adjective]
Example
The committee is responsible for reviewing governmental policies. [governmental: adjective]
government
Example
The government is responsible for providing public services. [government: noun]
Example
The new policy was introduced by the government to address the issue. [government: noun]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Government is more common than governmental in everyday language.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between governmental and government?
Governmental is often used in formal or technical contexts, while government can be used in both formal and informal contexts.
