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governance

American  
[guhv-er-nuhns] / ˈgʌv ər nəns /

noun

  1. government; exercise of authority; control.

  2. a method or system of government or management.


governance British  
/ ˈɡʌvənəns /

noun

  1. government, control, or authority

  2. the action, manner, or system of governing

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Other Word Forms

  • nongovernance noun

Etymology

Origin of governance

1325–75; Middle English governaunce < Old French < Medieval Latin gubernantia; govern, -ance

Example Sentences

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“Even U.S. oil majors would need sustained price signals, stable governance, and durable sanctions relief before committing meaningful capital,” he added.

From Barron's

Council leader John Cotton was joined at the hearing by Richard Brooks, executive director of city operations, and Anthony Cox, director of law and governance.

From BBC

Djokovic cited "concerns regarding transparency, governance, and the way my voice and image have been represented".

From Barron's

The media’s historical focus on higher-profile candidates and outsiders may reflect not press frivolity but rather genuine shifts in voter sentiment during periods of discontent with conventional politicians and established governance approaches.

From Los Angeles Times

Britain is in decline and no longer producing the innovations in industry, finance, science and governance that once made it a superpower.

From The Wall Street Journal