ADMINISTRATIVE Synonyms: 15 Similar and Opposite Words

administrative

adjective

əd-ˈmi-nə-ˌstrā-tiv

Definition of administrative

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suited for or relating to the directing of things among his other administrative duties is the appointment of transit authority officials

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Recent Examples of administrative Twenty-seven separate systems would mean a massive administrative burden for anyone operating across borders, which is manageable for large operators and prohibitive for smaller ones. — Erik Lagerblad, Footwear News, 22 Oct. 2026 After his arrest, he was placed on administrative leave without pay from the police department. — Marlene Lenthang, NBC news, 21 Oct. 2026 In March 2025, a group of inmates filed a class-action lawsuit accusing the government of failing to follow the proper administrative processes before changing the prison policy. — Julian Mark, Washington Post, 21 Oct. 2026 Certainly, there are administrative responsibilities associated with participation. — Claudia Nachtigal, Baltimore Sun, 21 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for administrative

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managerial

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The Angels now have MLB’s third current managerial vacancy, all in the AL West.

— Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 21 Oct. 2026
The Angels also said the managerial search would include a search for a new coaching staff.

— Austin Turner, CBS News, 21 Oct. 2026

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