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ministration

Intermediate (B1)

IPA: /ˌmɪnɪˈstreɪʃən/

KK: /mɪnɪˈstreɪʃən/

noun
Definition

The act of providing help or service to others, often in a religious or supportive context.


Example

The church's ministration included providing food and shelter to those in need.


Conversation
Sloth A
I really admire your dedication to community service.
Sloth B
Thanks! I believe that ministration is important for helping others.
Sloth A
It’s inspiring to see how much you care about making a difference.
Sloth B
I just think everyone should pitch in and support one another.

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
service
administration
assistance
Antonyms
neglect
abandonment
disservice
Root Explanation

Ministration → It is formed from "ministrare" (meaning to serve or administer) and the suffix "-tion" (indicating the action or process of). The word "ministration" refers to the act of serving or administering, particularly in a religious or formal context.

Memory Tip

Think of 'serving' ('ministrare') as the core idea, and remember that 'ministration' means the action of serving or administering.

Visually Confused Words
administration
sinistration
nonministration
monstration
nitration
coadministration
administrational
trinitration
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