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departmentally

Intermediate (B1)

IPA: /dɪˈpɑːrtməntəli/

KK: /dɪˈpɑrtməntəli/

adverb
Definition

In a way that relates to or affects specific departments within an organization.


Example

The project was managed departmentally to ensure each team contributed effectively.


Conversation
Sloth A
Did you hear how the project is being handled departmentally this time?
Sloth B
Yeah, I think it’s a smart approach to keep things organized.
Sloth A
I agree! It really helps everyone focus on their specific roles.
Sloth B
Exactly, and it should make communication easier too.

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
organizationally
administratively
structurally
Antonyms
independently
holistically
unilaterally
Root Explanation

Departmentally → It is formed from "department" (from Old French *departement*, meaning division or separation) and "-ally" (meaning in a manner relating to). The word "departmentally" refers to something done in a manner relating to a division or department.

Memory Tip

Think of a division or separation ('department') and how something is done in relation to that division ('-ally'). This helps you remember that 'departmentally' means in a manner relating to a department.

Visually Confused Words
interdepartmentally
parentally
predepartmental
nondepartmental
compartmentally
detrimentally
apartmental
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