colegislator

/kɑlɪˈdʒɪslˌeɪtər/

Definitions

1. noun

A legislator who is elected or appointed to serve in a legislative body alongside a chief executive or monarch, typically having equal powers and responsibilities.

“In the parliamentary system, the colegislator is responsible for balancing the power of the head of state.”

Synonyms

  • legislator
  • representative

Antonyms

  • autocrat
  • dictator