legislator

/ˈlɛdʒ.ɪˌsteɪ.ətər/

Definitions

1. noun

A person who makes or helps to make laws, typically a member of a parliament or congress.

“The legislator from California introduced a bill to reduce carbon emissions.”

2. noun

A person who has the power to make or influence laws.

“She was a powerful legislator who advocated for women’s rights.”

3. verb

To participate in making or helping to make laws.

“She legislated to improve the city’s transportation system.”

Synonyms

  • congressman
  • lawmaker
  • member of parliament
  • politician
  • representative

Antonyms

  • critic
  • dissenter
  • opponent