presidential

[prez-i-den-shuhl]

adjective

1. of or relating to a president or presidency.

2. of the nature of a president.

Other Word Forms

• presidentially adverb
• nonpresidential adjective
• postpresidential adjective
• prepresidential adjective
• unpresidential adjective
• unpresidentially adverb

Word History and Origins

Origin of presidential¹

From the Medieval Latin word praesidentiālis, dating back to 1595–1605. See presidency, -al ¹

Example Sentences

As federal operations continue, tensions between local and federal authorities escalate, raising questions about the balance of power and the limits of presidential authority in domestic affairs.

From Salon

Despite the apparent efforts of House Republicans to replace him, a locally elected official, with a presidential appointee, on Wednesday the attorney general announced he would seek reelection in 2026.

From Salon

Monday’s alert about a last-minute presidential announcement isn’t unusual.

From Salon

The book title references the short length of her presidential campaign.

From Los Angeles Times

The six conservative justices believe in strong presidential power, particularly in the area of foreign policy and national security.

From Los Angeles Times

Related Words

• administrative 
• bureaucratic 
• gubernatorial 
• legal 
• legislative 
• regulatory 
• supervisory