Washingtonese

Synonyms of Washingtonese

• government jargon
• political language
• bureaucratic speech

Antonyms of Washingtonese

• plain language
• simple speech
• straight talk

Collocations of Washingtonese

policy decision

Frequency: 80 %

The president announced a new policy decision on immigration.

government oversight

Frequency: 75 %

The committee is responsible for government oversight of the agency.

bipartisan agreement

Frequency: 70 %

The bill passed with bipartisan agreement from both parties.

legislative process

Frequency: 65 %

The bill is currently going through the legislative process in Congress.

political gridlock

Frequency: 60 %

The government shutdown was a result of political gridlock.

Idiomatic Expressions for Washingtonese

• Phrase: fluent in Washingtonese
  Meaning: well-versed in the jargon and language used in government or politics
  Usage: The lobbyist was fluent in Washingtonese, allowing them to navigate the complexities of Capitol Hill with ease.