governance

American  

[guhv-er-nuhns] / ˈgʌv ər nəns /

noun

1. government; exercise of authority; control.

2. a method or system of government or management.

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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

"Where technical issues exist, including those relating to data governance or implementation frameworks, these can often be addressed through technical clarification and negotiated safeguards," it said.

From BBC

Reforms to improve corporate governance, lift dividend payouts and protect minorities now see the market trading on a premium to emerging markets.

From MarketWatch

The guerrillas impose other demands as well, which they lay out at regular governance meetings: no fighting, no drugs, no theft.

From The Wall Street Journal

Norway's football federation abstained from the process and argued the bidding process undermined "Fifa's reforms for good governance" and challenged "trust in Fifa".

From BBC

We head nonprofit organizations concerned with corporate governance and policy and are often on opposite sides of important issues.

From The Wall Street Journal

Related Words

• administration
• control
• law
• politics