C1nounformalbusiness
US/ˈsteɪk.hoʊl.dər/
UK/ˈsteɪk.həʊl.də/
a person or group that is affected by a company or project and cares about its success
In context
The company held meetings with all stakeholders, including workers, suppliers and local residents.
Parents are key stakeholders in any decision about school fees.
The airport project failed because the planners ignored local stakeholders.
Words that go with stakeholder
adjective + noun
- key stakeholderan important person or group affected by a projectCustomers are key stakeholders in any service business.
- relevant stakeholdersthe people or groups affected by a decisionWe must consult all relevant stakeholders before changing the policy.
noun + noun
- stakeholder engagementinvolving the affected people or groups in decisionsGood stakeholder engagement prevents conflict during large projects.