
Legislative
Government Role
The 'legislative' in 'legislative power' refers to a government's authority to create laws.

The constitution grants legislative power to Congress.
Not for Execution
'Legislative' describes the law-making aspect, but not enforcing or interpreting laws.

The president enforces laws, separate from legislative responsibilities.
Formal Context
'Legislative' is formal and mostly used in political or legal discussions about law-making.

During legislative sessions, new bills are proposed and discussed.
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