administrate
UK: ədˈmɪnɪstreɪt | US: ədˈmɪnɪstreɪt
vt. to manage or oversee the execution, use, or conduct of (e.g., a system, organization, or process)
administrate = ad<to, toward> + ministr<serve> + ate<verb suffix>
- ad: Latin prefix meaning "to" or "toward," indicating direction or addition.
- ministr: Derived from Latin ministrare (to serve), related to minister (a servant or agent).
- ate: Verb-forming suffix indicating action or process.
Etymology Origin:
The word administrate originates from Latin administrare, combining ad- (toward) and ministrare (to serve). It reflects the concept of directing or managing service, evolving into its modern sense of overseeing systems or organizations. The root ministr ties to notions of assistance or execution, emphasizing the role of coordination in governance or management.
The committee was formed to administrate the new policy effectively.
She was hired to administrate the day-to-day operations of the nonprofit.
The software helps administrate large databases with minimal effort.
His role is to administrate the distribution of resources across departments.
Universities often appoint deans to administrate academic programs.