Synonyms for

Federally

Verb / ˈfedɜ:ʌli: / / ˈfedrʌli: / Another word for federally — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

In a federal manner; pertaining to a system of government in which power is divided between a central authority and constituent political units.

Synonyms & similar words

nationally centrally collectively jointly unitedly together cooperatively conjointly mutually collaboratively synergistically

Synonyms by register

Formal

nationally centrally union-wide

Antonyms

locally regionally state-level independently centrally nationally

Common collocations

  • federally funded
  • federally mandated
  • federally insured
  • federally regulated
  • federally chartered
  • federally owned
  • federally recognized

Word family

noun federation
verb federate
adjective federal

Usage note

This adverb refers to matters relating to the central government of a country, as opposed to state or local governments. It is primarily used in political and legal contexts.

Example sentences

  1. The law is enforced federally.
  2. The government operates federally.
  3. The taxes are collected federally.
  4. The education system is funded federally.
  5. The environmental regulations are imposed federally.

Quotes

  • 'If men were angels, no government would be necessary. If angels were to govern men, neither external nor internal controls on government would be necessary.' - James Madison
  • 'The legitimate object of government, is to do for a community of people, whatever they need to have done, but can not do, at all, or can not, so well do, for themselves - in their separate, and individual capacities.' - Abraham Lincoln
  • 'The power to tax is the power to destroy.' - John Marshall

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