organizational

adjective

or·​ga·​ni·​za·​tion·​al ˌȯr-gə-nə-ˈzā-sh(ə-)nəl How to pronounce organizational (audio)
ˌȯrg-nə-
1
: of or relating to an organization : involving organization
the organizational state of a crystal
2
organizationally adverb

Examples of organizational in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web The event highlights the array of educational opportunities, webinars, online courses, activities, and scholarships provided by IEEE’s organizational units, societies, and councils around the globe. IEEE Spectrum, 9 Apr. 2024 In doing so, the NP Digital team has crafted a blueprint for success that extends beyond marketing metrics to the essence of organizational well-being and team spirit. Chris Gallagher, USA TODAY, 5 Apr. 2024 Nutritious snacks, a two-person loveseat for the sidelines, and organizational items start at $10. Laura Lu, Parents, 5 Apr. 2024 Companies are cutting jobs as a result of store closures, bankruptcies, organizational restructuring or general cost-cutting, Challenger said. Khristopher J. Brooks, CBS News, 4 Apr. 2024 After a series of organizational fumbles, the Museum for African Art, source of some of the most conceptually daring exhibitions of its era, vanished. Holland Cotter, New York Times, 4 Apr. 2024 Their adaptability, mentorship skills, and refined leadership, often complemented by strong work ethics, emotional intelligence, and crisis management abilities, are pivotal contributors to organizational wisdom and success—these soft skills anchor team dynamics. Ebony Flake, Essence, 2 Apr. 2024 It's stocked with organizational pockets, including two zipper pouches on the front, at least half a dozen interior slots for cards and devices, and a hip-side water bottle holder. Olivia Young, Travel + Leisure, 1 Apr. 2024 Forward-thinking companies are embracing coaching as a tool for leadership development and as a fundamental aspect of their organizational DNA. Jia Rizvi, Forbes, 29 Mar. 2024

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Word History

First Known Use

1855, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of organizational was in 1855

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“Organizational.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/organizational. Accessed 16 Apr. 2024.

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