Definitions
There are 4 meanings of the word
Lobbying.
Lobbying - as a noun
A large entrance or reception room or area
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
antechamberanteroomentrance hallfoyerhallvestibuleHypernyms (Closely Related)
roomHyponyms (Broadly Related)
The people who support some common cause or business or principle or sectional interest
An interest group that tries to influence legislators or bureaucrats to act in their favor, typically through lobbying
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
advocacy grouplobby grouppressure groupspecial-interest groupspecial interestthird houseHypernyms (Closely Related)
interestinterest grouppolitical entitypolitical unitHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Lobbying - as a verb
Detain in conversation by or as if by holding on to the outer garments of; as for political or economic favors
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
buttonholeExample Sentences
"The lobbying efforts of the pharmaceutical industry have had a significant impact on drug regulations."
"Trade unions engage in lobbying to promote workers' rights and better working conditions."
"The oil company spent millions on lobbying to weaken environmental regulations."
"Many politicians rely on lobbying from interest groups to shape their policies."
"There has been a growing public concern over the influence of corporate lobbying on politics."
Word Game Points
Is LOBBYING a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, lobbying is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
LOBBYING has a SCRABBLE points total of 16.
Is LOBBYING a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, lobbying is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordLOBBYING has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 20.
Is LOBBYING a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, lobbying is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordLOBBYING has a WORDFEUD points total of 19.
