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Synonyms & Similar Words
manage
direct
oversee
supervise
control
regulate
govern
handle
conduct
carry out
execute
implement
apply
dispense
distribute
allocate
disburse
mete out
deal out
portion out
dole out
assign
delegate
orchestrate
coordinate
organize
run
operate
preside over
head
lead
command
administer
officiate
moderate
arbitrate
adjudicate
settle
dispose
provide
furnish
supply
cater
tend
care
minister
nurse
attend
look after
Meaning of Administer
The primary meaning of the word "administer" is to manage or oversee the activities of an organization, system, or process.
Definitions
- To manage or oversee the activities of an organization, system, or process
- To give or apply something, such as a medicine, treatment, or punishment
- To direct or supervise the use of something, such as a fund or resource
- To conduct or perform a ritual or ceremony, such as a sacrament or oath
Etymology of Administer
The word "administer" comes from the Latin words "ad" (to) and "ministrare" (to serve), which is derived from "minister" (servant or attendant)
The word has been used in English since the 15th century to refer to the management or oversight of activities, as well as the provision or application of something
Example Uses
- The company will administer the new policy starting next month
- The doctor will administer the vaccine to the patient
- The government will administer the funds to support the local community
- The priest will administer the sacrament to the congregation