government

(noun) the organization that is the governing authority of a political unit. Synonyms: authorities, regime. Examples: "The government reduced taxes." "The matter was referred to higher authorities."

(noun) the act of governing; exercising authority. Synonyms: governing, governance, government activity, administration. Examples: "Regulations for the governing of state prisons." "He had considerable experience of government."

(noun) (government) the system or form by which a community or other political unit is governed. Example: "Tyrannical government."

(noun) the study of government of states and other political units. Synonyms: politics, political science.