C1nounformalpoliticsbusiness
US/ˈɡʌv.ər.nəns/
UK/ˈɡʌv.ə.nəns/
the way a country, company or organization is managed and controlled
In context
Good governance depends on honest officials and open decision-making.
The company has been criticized for weak corporate governance.
Poor governance has made it hard for the country to attract investors.
Words that go with governance
adjective + noun
- good governanceDonors want to see good governance before giving aid.
- corporate governanceCorporate governance rules protect small shareholders.
- poor governancePoor governance led to widespread corruption.
- global governanceClimate change calls for stronger global governance.
noun + noun
- governance structureThe charity changed its governance structure last year.
noun + preposition
- governance ofThe governance of public universities is under review.