noun
administration
ud-min-ih-STRAY-shun/ədˌmɪnɪˈstreɪʃn/
The management or execution of an organized undertaking.
The school's administration coordinates staffing, budgets, and student records.
Etymology
The act of serving or assisting broadened into directing and managing affairs. Administration applies that service-based idea to the organized management of property, businesses, or public affairs.
In context
an incoming administration seems indifferent to the looming threat. - One of the administration's first reactions was, "Why is the counterterrorism operation here so big?"
More examples
- The new administration changed the city's transportation policy.
- The exam's administration requires a quiet room and trained supervisors.
- The ceremony includes the administration of an oath.
Forms
administration · administrations
administrator noun — A person authorized to manage an organization or system.
Similar words
- management
- Often emphasizes directing people and resources in ordinary operations.
- leadership
- Emphasizes guiding direction rather than handling operational procedures.