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
: organization
organizationally adverb

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Summary Empathy is a crucial leadership skill, driving organizational success and employee engagement. — Sally Percy, Forbes.com, 12 Aug. 2026 In my survey, organizational freelancers represent 5% of the workforce. — Paul Osterman, The Conversation, 11 Aug. 2026 But the report also acknowledged the toll of budget cuts and organizational changes. — James Laporta, CBS News, 11 Aug. 2026 Ask about the company's growth, expansion plans, organizational goals and measures of success. — Medora Lee, USA Today, 11 Aug. 2026 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 15 Aug. 2026.

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