Administrative

/ədˈmɪnɪstrətɪv/

Meaning & Definition

adjective

Related to the organization and management of a business, institution, or government.

The company is looking to hire an administrative assistant to help with the daily operations.

Involving the execution of a plan or policy.

The administrative procedures must be followed to ensure compliance with the regulations.

Pertaining to the authority and responsibilities of managing or supervising operations.

She held an administrative role that required her to oversee multiple departments.

Relating to the administration of public affairs.

The administrative division of the government is responsible for implementing policies.

From Latin 'administrare', meaning 'to manage' or 'to lead'.

administrative assistant

A person who provides support for administrative tasks in an office.

administrative law

The body of law that regulates the operation and procedures of government agencies.

administrative duties

Tasks related to managing the operations of a business or organization.

administration

The act of managing or directing a group or organization.

administrator

A person responsible for carrying out management tasks.

administer

To manage and be responsible for the running of a business, organization, etc.

Admin

I'll check with the admin about the meeting schedule.

Paper pusher

He feels like a paper pusher at his administrative job.