Administrative
/ədˈmɪnɪstrətɪv/
adjectiveIntermediateVery CommonGeneral
Meaning
Questions
Definitions
1
Relating to the process of managing, directing, or controlling.
/ədˈmɪnɪstrətɪv/
adjectiveneutralIntermediate
General
Relating to administration
She has an administrative role in the company.
💡 Simply: Having to do with managing or organizing.
More Examples
2
The administrative costs were unexpectedly high.
How It's Used
Business
"The administrative assistant handled the scheduling and correspondence."
Government
"The administrative branch of government enforces the laws."
From Late Latin *administrativus, from Latin administrare "to manage, direct". The word's evolution reflects the increasing importance of organized management and governance.
The word's usage has increased significantly with the rise of modern organizations and bureaucracies.
Memory tip
Think 'admin' + 'strative' – it's about managing things.
Practice
Base: administer
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Usage
20%Spoken
80%Written