C1noun formal 3K

Governance

🇬🇧 UK /["/ˈɡʌvənəns/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/ˈɡʌvərnəns/"]/

Meaning of Governance

the activity of governing a country or controlling a company or an organization; the way in which a country is governed or a company or institution is controlled

In simple words: The way a group or organization is managed and controlled.

Governance in a sentence

• He emphasized the company's commitment to high standards of **corporate governance**.
• The aim is to include representatives of all ethnic groups in the governance of the new state.
• The government is stressing the link between aid and good governance in poor countries.

How to use Governance

Typically used in contexts related to politics, business, or organizations. Avoid in casual conversations. Best for academic or professional discussions.

Grammar pattern

governance + of + noun

Memory hint

Think of 'govern' and imagine a king overseeing his kingdom's laws.

Related words

Collocations with Governance

• corporate governance
• environmental governance
• good governance
• poor governance
• global governance

Synonyms for Governance

• administration
• leadership
• management
• control
• regulation

Opposites of Governance

• anarchy
• chaos
• disorder

Common mistakes with Governance

• Confused with 'governing' which is the act of ruling.
• Using it in informal contexts where simpler words like 'management' would be appropriate.

Frequently asked questions about Governance

What does Governance mean?

The way a group or organization is managed and controlled.

What is the definition of Governance?

the activity of governing a country or controlling a company or an organization; the way in which a country is governed or a company or institution is controlled

How do you use Governance in a sentence?

He emphasized the company's commitment to high standards of **corporate governance**.

Can you give another example of Governance?

The aim is to include representatives of all ethnic groups in the governance of the new state.

What are synonyms for Governance?

Common alternatives include administration, leadership, management, control, regulation.

What is the opposite of Governance?

Opposite meanings include anarchy, chaos, disorder.

What words go with Governance?

It commonly pairs with corporate governance, environmental governance, good governance, poor governance, global governance.

What are common mistakes when using Governance?

Confused with 'governing' which is the act of ruling. Using it in informal contexts where simpler words like 'management' would be appropriate.

How do you pronounce Governance?

US: /["/ˈɡʌvərnəns/"]/, UK: /["/ˈɡʌvənəns/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

Is Governance formal or informal?

"Governance" is formal, so it fits professional, business, or academic conversations.

When should I use Governance?

Typically used in contexts related to politics, business, or organizations. Avoid in casual conversations. Best for academic or professional discussions.

What CEFR level is Governance?

"Governance" is at C1 level on the CEFR scale.