Pronunciation

/ˈɡʌvərn/

Definitions

• Verb (v): To exercise authority or control over; to direct and manage the actions, behavior, or policies of (a state, organization, institution, etc.). For example: “The government governs the country according to the constitution.”
  • Also used with ‘over’ : “They govern over their employees with fairness and consistency.”
• Noun (n): The act or process of governing; rule, administration, or management. For instance: “Under his governance, the economy flourished.”

Phrases

• “To govern oneself”: To control one’s own actions or behavior.
• “Govern by law”: To regulate or control through legal means.
• “Governance structure”: The system or framework within which something (such as a company, country, or organization) is governed.

Example Sentences

• Verb: “The mayor governs the city with a firm but fair hand.”
• Noun: “Good governance is essential for sustainable development.”

Synonyms

• Verb: Control, administer, manage, direct, regulate, oversee, superintend, guide.
• Noun: Rule, control, authority, command, sway, management, direction, administration.