C1verbformalhealthwork
US/ədˈmɪn.ɪ.stər/
UK/ədˈmɪn.ɪ.stə/
to give medicine or a test to someone, or to manage the work of an organization
In context
A nurse administered the drug through a thin needle in his arm.
Teachers will administer the exam in the main hall on Friday.
A small team administers the fund and decides who receives money.
Words that go with administer
verb + noun
- administer medicationOnly nurses may administer medication here.
- administer a testShe administered a short reading test.
- administer justiceCourts exist to administer justice.
- administer a vaccinePharmacists can now administer the vaccine.
- administer a fundThe charity administers a fund for students.
adverb + verb
- properly administerDrugs must be properly administered.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
The nurse administrated the drug.Correct: The nurse administered the drug.