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noun

  • The supreme national authority of a country or state, responsible for nationwide administration, defense, and foreign policy, as distinct from local or regional authorities.

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There have been efforts to improve High Streets across England, from central government funding to re-imagining the use of town centres with a mix of housing or public services like health centres.

From BBC • May 2, 2026

Under Mexican law, foreign agents may exchange information and liaise with their local counterparts with the supervision of the central government but can’t carry out functions reserved to Mexican law-enforcement authorities.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 21, 2026

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Possible Synonyms

  • the executive
  • the state
  • national government
  • federal government
  • national administration

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other words

  • local council
  • grassroots governance
  • provincial authority
  • state government
  • regional government

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