municipal
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: //mjuˈnɪsɪpəl//
KK: /mjuˈnɪsɪpəl/
adjective
Definition
Relating to a city or town and its local government.
Example
The municipal government is responsible for maintaining public parks and roads.
Conversation
Did you hear about the new municipal park they're building downtown?
Yeah, I did! It sounds like a great place to relax.
I hope they include a playground for the kids too.
That would be awesome! It's nice to see our city investing in municipal spaces.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
local
civic
communal
Antonyms
national
federal
state
noun
Definition
A type of bond issued by a local government or its agencies, often used to finance public projects and typically exempt from federal taxes.
Example
Investors often buy municipal bonds because they offer tax advantages.
Conversation
Have you ever thought about investing in municipal bonds?
I’ve heard they can be a smart choice, especially for tax benefits.
Yeah, it’s interesting how they help fund local projects too.
Root Explanation
Municipal is formed from "muni-" (from Latin "municipalis", meaning pertaining to a municipality) and "-cipal" (from Latin "capere", meaning to take or seize). The word refers to something that is related to a local government or municipality, indicating its role in taking care of local affairs.
Memory Tip
Think of 'municipal' as relating to a 'municipality' — a local government that 'takes care' of the community.
Visually Confused Words
premunicipal
nonmunicipal
punicial
unprincipal
uncial