congressmen

/kənˈɡrɛsɪmən/

Definitions

1. noun

Members of the United States Congress, particularly the House of Representatives.

“The congressmen from the western states proposed a bill to protect the environment.”

2. noun

Members of a congress or legislative assembly, especially in the United States.

“The congressmen from the opposing party attempted to block the president’s legislation.”

Synonyms

  • legislators
  • representatives

Antonyms

  • opponents
  • opposition