governance

[guhv-er-nuhns]

noun

1. government; exercise of authority; control.

2. a method or system of government or management.

governance

/ ˈɡʌvənəns /

noun

1. government, control, or authority

2. the action, manner, or system of governing

Other Word Forms

• nongovernance noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of governance¹

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

Example Sentences

As ever, I am focused on our clients and on leading in the rapidly evolving global market for corporate governance.

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Speaking to the BBC's World Tonight after the hearing, Dame Caroline Dinenage, the most senior MP on the committee, said she was concerned about a lack of "grip at the heart of BBC governance".

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His writing process always begins with talking to people, he says — in this case those involved in politics and governance at varying levels — and eventually a screenplay emerges.

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Tackling illegal migration to Europe and security cooperation are on the agenda, as is a diplomatic push to grant Africa a stronger voice in global governance bodies.

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A member of the BBC's board has resigned over what he says are "governance issues" at the top of the corporation.

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Related Words

• administration 
• control 
• law 
• politics