administration
uhd-mihn-ih-STRAY-shuhn
Administration (noun) means the management of an organization, business, or set of tasks. Example: “She works in hospital administration, handling schedules and staff records.”
noun
1
The management of an organization, business, or set of tasks.
"She works in hospital administration, handling schedules and staff records."
"The school's administration office deals with enrolment and fees."
"Good administration keeps the whole office running smoothly."
2
The government of a country during a particular leader's term, or the officials who run it.
"The previous administration left behind a long list of unfinished projects."
"The new administration promised to cut taxes within its first year."
"Critics say the administration has been slow to respond to the crisis."
How to use administration
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishEither the day-to-day management of an organization, or the government currently in charge of a country.
UK vs US
In UK business/legal contexts, "administration" also refers to a specific insolvency process where a company keeps trading under court-appointed supervision.
Common pairings
business administration
the current administration
under new administration
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Word forms
- Plural
- administrations
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Etymology
From Latin administratio, from administrare ("to manage") — see "administer."
Synonyms
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Rhymes for administration
region
ablation
allusion
emulsion
ideation
novation
diffusion
elocution
extension
oxidation
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Frequently asked questions
What does “administration” mean?
The word “administration” means the management of an organization, business, or set of tasks. In plain terms, either the day-to-day management of an organization, or the government currently in charge of a country.
How do you pronounce “administration”?
“Administration” is pronounced uhd-mihn-ih-STRAY-shuhn (/ədˌmɪn.əˈstɹeɪ.ʃən/ in IPA).
How do you use “administration” in a sentence?
Here is “administration” used in a sentence: “Good administration keeps the whole office running smoothly.”
What is another word for “administration”?
Words with a similar meaning to “administration” include direction, governance, management and supervision.
What part of speech is “administration”?
“Administration” is a noun.
Where does the word “administration” come from?
The word “administration” comes from Latin. From Latin administratio, from administrare ("to manage") — see "administer.".
Is “administration” a common word?
“Administration” is a very common word in modern English, usually learned at around the B1 level.
How many meanings does “administration” have?
“Administration” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: the management of an organization, business, or set of tasks.
What is the difference between administration and management?
Administration tends to mean setting overall goals, policies, and structure — the higher-level running of an organisation. Management is the day-to-day work of putting those plans into action and directing staff and resources. The two overlap heavily, but administration leans strategic while management leans operational and hands-on.
What are the different meanings of administration?
'Administration' has three common senses. First, the act of managing an organisation or set of tasks. Second, the team or department that does this managing — the people in charge. Third, in politics, a particular government and its term in office, as in 'the current administration'. Context shows which is meant.
What is an example of administration?
Running a hospital involves administration: scheduling staff, managing budgets, keeping records, and coordinating departments so care runs smoothly. Other examples include a school office handling enrolment and timetables, or a company's back-office team processing payroll and contracts. In each case, administration keeps the organisation organised and functioning.
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