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

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The data is particularly concerning because Gen X shows the most significant drops in crucial engagement areas: connection to organizational mission, opportunities for growth, meaningful manager discussions, and the sense that their opinions matter. Caroline Castrillon, Forbes.com, 19 Apr. 2025 The reality is that there is an organizational failure that has gone on for years — with no accountability. Patrick Saunders, Denver Post, 16 Apr. 2025 Consider packing multiple small bags rather than one big bag for organizational purposes. Bestreviews, Mercury News, 16 Apr. 2025 This is a question worth pondering in regard to organizational philosophy and positional-value integrity. Mike Kaye, Charlotte Observer, 16 Apr. 2025 See All Example Sentences for organizational

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 22 Apr. 2025.

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