Administered

Definition

Managed or directed; given out or dispensed.

Parts of Speech

• Verb (past tense)

Pronunciation

• IPA Pronunciation:
• American: /ədˈmɪn.ɪ.stɝd/
• British: /ədˈmɪn.ɪ.stəd/
• Respelling:
• American: əd-MIN-i-stərd
• British: əd-MIN-i-stəd

Etymology

The word "administered" originates from the Middle English word "aministren", which is derived from Latin "administrare" meaning 'to serve'.

Derivatives

• Administrator
• Administration
• Administrative
• Administering
• Administrable

Synonyms

• Dispensed
• Delivered
• Managed

Antonyms

• Withheld
• Neglected
• Mismanaged

Usage

• "The medicine was administered to the patient at 10 AM."
• "The territories were administered by the central government."

Related Terms

• Governance
• Regulate
• Supervise
• Distribute
• Execute

Detailed Definition

Verb (past tense):

• To have managed and directed the affairs or operations of an organization or area.
• Example: "The region was administered by the local council."
• To have given a dose or application of (a remedy or drug).
• Example: "The vaccine was administered to the children."

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The term "administered" has been widely used in both governance and medical contexts, reflecting its versatility in English language usage. While its origins are deeply rooted in serving or managing, over time it has encompassed a broader range of actions and processes, especially in specialized fields like law and healthcare.

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