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ADMINISTRATION

(noun)

Definitions

There are 6 meanings of the word Administration.

How to pronounce administration:

US

Administration - as a noun

A method of tending to or managing the affairs of some group of people (especially the group's business affairs)

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
disposal11
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
direction12management15
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

The persons (or committees or departments etc.) who make up a body for the purpose of administering something

Example: "He claims that the present administration is corrupt"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
brass7establishment20governance16governing bodyorganisation13organization22
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
body10
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

The act of administering medication

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
giving medication
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
medication15
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

The tenure of a president

Example: "Things were quiet during the eisenhower administration"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
presidency18presidential term

The act of governing; exercising authority

Example: "Regulations for the governing of state prisons"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
governance16governing14government16government activity
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
social control
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

The act of meting out justice according to the law

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
judicature20

Example Sentences

"The university administration is responsible for managing the academic programs."
"The new government administration promises to prioritize healthcare reform."
"The administration of justice is a vital aspect of any functioning legal system."
"I work in the sales administration department of a multinational corporation."
"The administration of this school is known for its strict disciplinary measures."
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Word Game Points

Is ADMINISTRATION a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, administration is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

ADMINISTRATION has a SCRABBLE points total of 17.

Is ADMINISTRATION a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, administration is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
ADMINISTRATION has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 20.

Is ADMINISTRATION a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, administration is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
ADMINISTRATION has a WORDFEUD points total of 17.

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