Synonyms for

Gov

Verb / gʌv / Another word for gov — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Gov is a shortened form of the word 'government'.

Synonyms & similar words

administration authority regime ruling leadership management control rule command supervision direction dominance dominion stewardship jurisdiction power regulation governance guidance oversight

Synonyms by register

Formal

administration authority directorate management regime

Informal

the powers that be the brass the suits the top dogs

Literary

dominion sovereignty rule

Antonyms

anarchy chaos disorder lawlessness rebellion unrest

Common collocations

  • local gov
  • state gov
  • federal gov
  • city gov
  • gov agency
  • gov shutdown
  • gov spending
  • gov employee

Word family

noun government
verb govern
adjective governmental
adverb governingly

Usage note

Gov is an informal abbreviation for government. It is commonly used in spoken language and casual writing but should be avoided in formal contexts.

Example sentences

  1. The gov helps in running the country smoothly.
  2. The gov takes care of the safety of its citizens.
  3. The gov builds roads, schools, and hospitals.
  4. The gov collects taxes to fund public services.
  5. The gov protects the rights of its people.

Quotes

  • The best gov is the one that governs least. - Thomas Jefferson
  • Bad officials are elected by good citizens who do not vote. - George Jean Nathan
  • The gov is not the solution to our problems; the gov is the problem. - Ronald Reagan

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