Administer

usgb/ədˈmɪnɪstər/
verb

To manage or be in charge of something, such as a business, organization, or public affairs.

He is responsible for administering the economic policies of the government.
Visual representation of "administer" - To manage or be in charge of something, such as a business, organization, or public affairs.

Often appears as...

  • administer justice
  • administer the law

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Leadership Context

Often used to describe someone's role in leading or overseeing an organization or process.

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As a manager, she administers the team's daily operations efficiently.
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Authority Implied

Implies a level of authority or control over a system or rules.

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The principal administers school policies with a fair approach.
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