Synonyms for

Administration

Verb / æˌdmɪnɪˈstreɪʃʌn / Another word for administration — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

The process of managing or organizing something, especially a government or business.

Synonyms & similar words

brass governmentactivity governing establishment organisation disposal presidency governingbody givingmedication governance government organization judicature presidentialterm management direction supervision control oversight regulation governance leadership authority command guidance handling conduct operation superintendence stewardship care running organization arrangement

Synonyms by register

Formal

management governance direction stewardship

Informal

running things the boss management

Literary

regency stewardship

Antonyms

management leadership governance direction control supervision

Common collocations

  • business administration
  • public administration
  • administration of justice
  • office administration
  • administration department
  • administration system
  • administration fee

Word family

noun administration
verb administer
adjective administrative
adverb administratively

Usage note

Administration often refers to the process of managing an organization or business. It can also refer to the people who manage it. Avoid using 'administration' to refer to a single person's role unless they are the head of the entire operation.

Example sentences

  1. The school administration announced the new policies today.
  2. The administration of the company is efficient and well-organized.
  3. The administration of justice is a crucial part of any democratic society.
  4. The current administration has been criticized for its handling of the pandemic.
  5. The administration is responsible for maintaining law and order in the country.

Quotes

  • Good administration is about doing things quietly, getting on with the job, and not being too distracted by media or public criticism. -Theresa May
  • Administration is the most obvious part of government; it is government in action; it is the executive, the operative, the most visible side of government, and is of course as old as government itself. -John W. Gardner
  • The best way to measure the effectiveness of an administration is by the silence of the opposition. -Alvin Adams

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