Administration
/ədˌmɪnɪˈstreɪʃən/
Definitions
The act of managing or directing an organization; the group of people who manage an organization.
/ədˌmɪnɪˈstreɪʃən/
The process of managing, directing, or controlling
The university administration decided to raise tuition fees.
💡 Simply: How a company or government is run.
More Examples
Good administration is essential for a smooth-running business.
How It's Used
"The new administration faced many challenges."
"Efficient administration is crucial for a successful company."
Idioms & expressions
Public administration
The implementation of government policy and the provision of public services.
"The study of public administration is crucial for effective governance."
From Middle French administration, from administrer "to administer", from Latin administrare, from ad- "to" + ministrare "to serve, attend to".
The word's usage has expanded from primarily religious contexts (administration of sacraments) to encompass broader organizational management.
Memory tip
Think of 'admin' (short for administrator) + 'istration' (suggesting the act of managing).