🇵🇹Portuguese Source WordCode: PT

ministerial

Pronunciation / Transliteration: ministerial

🇬🇧 Direct English Meaning:
Ministerial/ˌmɪnɪˈstɪəriəl/
adjectiveCEFR B2 (Upper)Top #1500 frequency
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🇵🇹 Example Sentence in Portuguese:

"A reunião ministerial foi muito importante."

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2 senses
As adjective
  1. 1

    Relating to a minister or ministry, especially in government.

    "The ministerial meeting addressed key issues affecting the economy."
  2. 2

    Pertaining to the duties or responsibilities of a minister.

    "She was appointed to a ministerial role in the new administration."

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Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology

The term 'ministerial' originates from the Latin word 'ministerialis', which means 'of a servant or minister'. It evolved through Middle English, reflecting the role of ministers in government and religious contexts, emphasizing their duties and responsibilities.

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