B2nounformal2K

Administration

UK /["/ədˌmɪnɪˈstreɪʃn/"]/US /["/ədˌmɪnɪˈstreɪʃn/"]/

Definition

the activities that are done in order to plan, organize and run a business, school or other institution

In simple words: The process of organizing and managing something, especially in a government or business.

Examples

  • The administration of the university has made significant changes to the curriculum.
  • Effective administration is crucial for the success of any organization.
  • The new laws will impact the administration of healthcare services.
  • Her role in the administration involves overseeing various departments.
  • The president's administration faced criticism over its handling of the economy.

Usage notes

Commonly used in formal contexts, especially in discussions about government or organizational management. It might not be appropriate in casual conversations.

Grammar pattern

standalone noun

Memory hint

Think of 'admin' running the 'nation' — like a team managing a country.

Collocations

  • effective
  • efficient
  • good
  • be in charge of
  • be responsible for
  • costs
  • colonial
  • federal
  • local
  • form
  • effective
  • efficient
  • good
  • be in charge of
  • be responsible for
  • costs
  • college
  • hospital
  • prison
  • intravenous
  • oral
  • drug

Synonyms

  • government (2)

Antonyms

  • anarchy
  • chaos

Common mistakes

  • Confused with 'administrative' which relates to the tasks within administration.
  • Sometimes used in a plural form incorrectly as 'administrations' when referring to a single unit.
  • Mispronounced or spelled as 'administration' instead of the correct pronunciation 'ad-min-is-tra-tion'.