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Updated June 2026
Relating to the running of a business, organisation, or system. It describes tasks, roles, or functions concerned with management and operational procedures.
“She handles all the administrative duties for the department.”
/ədˈmɪ.nəsˌtreɪ.ɾɪv/
ad·min·is·tra·tive
Contains 'IVE' ending with multiple common vowels; features 'ADMINISTRAT' prefix
Worth 23 points; 'V' adds scoring value
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