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managerial

adj.
B2 Upper Intermediate US //ˌmænɪˈdʒɪɹiəɫ// UK //mˌænɐdʒˈiəɹɪəl// man·age·ri·al

adj. relating to the work of managing a business or organization. You use this word to describe tasks, skills, or people involved in running a company.

adj. relating to the administration, direction, or control of an organization or business. Typically used attributively before nouns such as 'skills', 'position', or 'staff'.


SIMPLE

She has strong managerial skills.

CONTEXTUAL

The new manager focused on improving the team's managerial processes.

COMPLEX

His lack of managerial experience became apparent when he struggled to delegate tasks effectively during the crisis.

Origin

From manager + -ial.

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