manage

/ˈmændʒɪnt/

Definitions

1. verb

to have control or supervision over a person, group, or thing, or to direct or coordinate the activities of a person or group

“The company will manage the project and oversee all aspects of its production.”

2. verb

to bring under control or to handle something, especially a difficult or unpleasant situation

“She managed to calm down the child after it had a tantrum.”

3. noun

the act of managing or the person responsible for managing

“The manager of the store is responsible for the daily operations.”

4. noun

a system or process for managing something, especially a computer system

“The company uses a database management system to store customer data.”

Synonyms

  • administer
  • conduct
  • direct

Antonyms

  • hinder
  • mismanage