Synonyms for

Municipal

Verb / mju:ˈnɪsʌpʌl / Another word for municipal — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

relating to a city or town or its local government

Synonyms & similar words

city local metropolitan civic urban town community borough regional district county parish ward precinct municipality civil governmental public state federal

Synonyms by register

Formal

civic governmental public communal

Informal

town city local

Literary

borough communal

Antonyms

private personal non-governmental independent unincorporated individual

Common collocations

  • municipal bond
  • municipal government
  • municipal services
  • municipal building
  • municipal law
  • municipal waste
  • municipal corporation

Word family

noun municipality
adverb municipally

Usage note

Refers to something relating to a town or city government. It is often used in formal contexts, especially when discussing public services or administration.

Example sentences

  1. The municipal government is responsible for fixing the roads.
  2. We went to the municipal park to play.
  3. The municipal pool is closed for repairs.
  4. My dad works for the municipal water department.
  5. The municipal library is a great place to find books.

Quotes

  • "The municipal budget is like an onion. When you peel away the layers, you're left with tears and a feeling that somebody has stolen your wallet." - Mary Lou Webster
  • "The municipal bond market is very strong." - Jim Gerlach
  • "Municipal politics is like football; if you see daylight, go through the hole." - Tom Bradley

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