intergovernmental
Americanadjective
adjective
Etymology
Origin of intergovernmental
First recorded in 1925–30; inter- + governmental ( def. )
Example Sentences
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In April, the head of the International Energy Agency, an intergovernmental organisation that advises on energy policy, appeared to validate Miliband's scepticism.
From BBC ● Jul. 8, 2026
"The two heads of state held constructive discussions on AI-related issues and agreed to launch an intergovernmental dialogue on artificial intelligence," Guo told a news briefing, confirming previous remarks by US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent.
From Barron's ● May 19, 2026
Uy was the Nevada political director for Harris’ 2020 presidential campaign and later served as deputy director of public engagement and intergovernmental affairs for her when she was vice president.
From Salon ● May 5, 2026
The International Copper Study Group—an intergovernmental body representing copper-producing and consuming countries—forecasts a deficit of 150,000 tons next year from previous estimates of a 209,000-ton surplus.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 29, 2025
In the Hague conventions and courts, again, and in certain other intergovernmental instruments, such as the Postal and Telegraphic Bureaux at Berne, we already possess the nucleus of the general forms required.
From The Unity of Civilization by Various
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