confederal

/kɑnˈfedərəl/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or characteristic of a confederacy.

“The confederal government struggled to maintain order in the war-torn region.”

2. noun

a state or system of government in which power is held by a league of sovereign states or communities.

“The confederation of European countries agreed to share military resources to combat terrorism.”

3. noun

a union or league of separate states or communities.

“The confederation of African nations was formed to promote economic cooperation.”

Synonyms

  • federal
  • federate

Antonyms

  • centralized
  • unitary