municipality
5 synonyms for municipality, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A city, town, or other district that has its own local government.
Synonyms
Everyday swaps
Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
local authority
township council
How to use municipality
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
local municipality
municipality council
neighboring municipality
Etymology
From French municipalité, built on Latin municipium ("free town"), from municeps ("citizen of a free town") — from mūnus ("duty") + capiō ("to take").
Full origin of municipality →Frequently asked questions
What does “municipality” mean?
The word “municipality” means a city, town, or other district that has its own local government. In plain terms, a self-governing town, city, or district — or the government that runs it.
How do you pronounce “municipality”?
“Municipality” is pronounced myuu-nih-sih-PA-lih-tee (/mjʊˌnɪsɪˈpælɪti/ in IPA).
How do you use “municipality” in a sentence?
Here is “municipality” used in a sentence: “The municipality is responsible for garbage collection and road repairs.”
What part of speech is “municipality”?
“Municipality” is a noun.
Where does the word “municipality” come from?
The word “municipality” comes from Latin. From French municipalité, built on Latin municipium ("free town"), from municeps ("citizen of a free town") — from mūnus ("duty") + capiō ("to take").
Is “municipality” a common word?
“Municipality” is a fairly common word in modern English.
How many meanings does “municipality” have?
“Municipality” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a city, town, or other district that has its own local government.
What is the difference between a municipality and a city?
A municipality is any city, town, or district that has its own local government, so a city is typically one type of municipality rather than a separate category. The term municipality emphasises the administrative structure rather than the size or status of the place.
Does municipality refer to a place or a government body?
Municipality can refer to both: it may describe the geographic district itself, such as a town or city, or the local government body that administers that district. Context usually makes clear which sense is meant.
What kinds of places count as municipalities?
Municipalities can include cities, towns, and other districts, as long as they have their own local government. The exact size or legal status can vary between countries and regions.
