word
Intergovernmental relations
in-ter-GUV-ern-men-tal reh-LAY-shunz
/ˌɪntərˌɡʌv.ərn.ˈmɛn.təl rɪˈleɪ.ʃənz/Listen
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Syllable breakdown
intergovernmentalrelations
Dictionary meaning
The complex web of interactions, negotiations, and financial arrangements between different levels of government — national, regional, and local — in managing shared or overlapping responsibilities.
Examples
- Intergovernmental relations became strained when the federal government cut grants to states.
- Effective intergovernmental relations are essential for coordinating disaster response.
Synonyms: intergovernmental cooperation, multi-level governance
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