unicameral

Thân thiện

The state legislature is unicameral, with a single chamber.

Definition

Adjective: - Having or consisting of a single legislative or parliamentary chamber. A unicameral system is a government structure where all legislative power is vested in one central assembly or house.

Usage

The term "unicameral" is used specifically to describe the structure of a legislature, government, or deliberative body. It contrasts with "bicameral," which describes a system with two separate chambers (e.g., a senate and a house of representatives).

Examples

• The country reformed its government, adopting a unicameral parliament to streamline the lawmaking process.
• Nebraska is the only U.S. state with a unicameral legislature.
• Many argue that a unicameral system can be more efficient but may lack the checks and balances of a two-house system.

Advanced Usage

• Unicameralism (n): The principle or practice of having a single legislative chamber.
  • The debate focused on the merits of unicameralism versus bicameralism.

Variants and Related Words

• Bicameral (adj): Composed of two legislative chambers.
• Unicameralist (n): A proponent of a unicameral system.

Synonyms

• Single-chamber
• One-house

Antonyms

• Bicameral
• Two-chamber

Học thuật

Adjective

1. composed of one legislative body