ministerial
Translation
relating to a government minister or ministry
Examples
He is on a ministerial visit to Japan.
He is on a ministerial visit to Japan.
The decision was made at a ministerial level.
The decision was made at a ministerial level.
Grammar Patterns
ministerial ((noun)) relating to a minister The government announced a new ministerial appointment.
Similar Words
Synonyms: governmental, official, executive
Etymology
From Latin 'minister' (servant, attendant) + the adjectival suffix '-ial'. A minister 'serves' the state.
Memory Tips
Just add the adjective ending '-ial' to the noun 'minister' to describe things related to their job or office.