Public Administration Jargon

adjective relating to the making of laws or the branch of government that makes laws

• The legislative branch of government is responsible for making laws.
• The legislative process can be quite complex to understand.
• I heard they're trying to pass some new legislative stuff in Congress.
• His ability to navigate the legislative landscape is impressive.

noun a person who makes laws; a member of a legislative body

• The legislator proposed a new bill to address environmental concerns.
• The lawmaker introduced a new law to protect the environment.
• The politico pushed for a new regulation to tackle pollution.
• The legislator was the architect behind the groundbreaking policy change.

noun failure to act when there is a duty to do so

• The court found the defendant guilty of nonfeasance for failing to fulfill their legal obligations.
• He got in trouble for nonfeasance because he didn't do what he was supposed to.
• She's always getting away with nonfeasance, it's not fair.
• His nonfeasance in the project caused it to fail miserably.

noun the action of helping or doing work for someone

verb perform routine maintenance or repair work on (a vehicle or machine)

• The quality of customer service at this establishment is exceptional.
• I always get great service at this place.
• The service here is top-notch.
• Her kindness and willingness to help others truly exemplify what service means.