commission

A special group of people who are in charge of making sure that things are done properly.



Word Structure

kuh-MIH-shuhn

Sentence Examples

A commission is a form of local government.

The planning commission debated the permit.

Texas has a commission to review judges.

Semantic Relatives

Committee

Elected

Executive Branch

Group

Legislative Branch

Local Government



Textbook

Explore American Democracy Chapter 4 by Attainment

Deeper Dive

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