Word
managing
Phoneticsman·ag·ing, stress on the first syllable
US/ˈmænədʒɪŋ/
UK/mˈænɪdʒɪŋ/
Definitions
01being in charge
B1 · Intermediate
v. being the person in control of a business, a team, or a project.
v. exercising executive, administrative, or supervisory control over an organisation or group.
“She is currently managing a team of ten people in the marketing department.”
“Managing a multinational corporation requires a sophisticated understanding of both global market trends and local cultural nuances.”
Usage
Often used with a direct object representing the entity being controlled.
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02coping with difficulty
B1 · Intermediate
v. succeeding in doing something difficult or dealing with a tough situation.
v. successfully dealing with or handling a situation, often one that is challenging or resource-constrained.
“I am managing quite well despite having a very busy schedule this week.”
“Managing the sudden influx of patients proved difficult for the small clinic, but the staff remained professional throughout the crisis.”
Usage
Can be used intransitively with an adverb like 'well' or 'fine'.
Antonyms
03the act of management
B2 · Upper Intermediate Uncountable noun Academic
n. the activity of controlling or organizing something.
n. the process or activity of conducting or supervising something; the gerundial use of the verb as a noun.
“The careful managing of the budget helped the family save for a new car.”
“The effective managing of natural resources is essential for the long-term sustainability of the local economy.”
Synonyms
- Exam level
- CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.B1 PreliminaryIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.4.0–5.0TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 3.0–3.544–71TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.550–784
- Frequency
- Common
- Level
- B1 · Intermediate
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