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 Words From

• non·govern·ance noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of governance¹

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

Example Sentences

Corporate governance expert Charles Elson said the Delaware court’s ruling was sound and in line with the law because Musk had violated conflict of interest regulations.

From Los Angeles Times

Motorsport's governing body wants to change its rules to limit the ways its leadership can be held to account for bad governance.

From BBC

Internationally, Washington was the world’s preeminent leader, with an unchallenged military, formidable diplomatic clout, unchecked economic globalization, and its democratic governance still the global norm.

From Salon

The protest delayed their confirmation and placed the town's governance at a standstill.

From BBC

Inadequate water governance can lead to unjust competition and severe impacts on vulnerable communities.

From Science Daily

Related Words

• administration
• control
• law
• politics