managers (B2)

noun

Pronunciation: /ˈmænɪdʒərz/

Definition

People who are in charge of controlling or administering an organization or part of one.

Examples

• The new managers implemented stricter policies.

• She worked her way up to become one of the top managers in the company.

• Effective managers delegate tasks appropriately.

How to Use managers

in charge of (prepositional phrase)

Having control or responsibility for someone or something. — "The project managers are in charge of the new development."

manage a team (collocation)

To lead and direct a group of people working together. — "Good managers know how to manage a team effectively."

manage expectations (collocation)

To control what someone expects to happen or to achieve. — "It's important for managers to manage expectations about project timelines."

Synonyms of managers

Words with a similar meaning to managers:

• boss
• supervisor
• director
• executive

Antonyms of managers

Words with the opposite meaning to managers:

• employees
• workers

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