Organizational Hierarchy Terms

2 words in this vocabulary list

in charge power structure

in charge

adjective having control or authority over others

preposition having control or authority over others

  • The manager is in charge of overseeing all projects in the department.
  • Sarah is the one in charge of planning the office party.
  • Who's in charge of this shindig?
  • The captain is in charge of steering the ship to safety.

power structure

noun A system or hierarchy of authority or control within a particular organization or society.

  • The power structure within the organization is clearly defined and hierarchical.
  • The power structure at the company is pretty straightforward - the boss makes all the decisions.
  • The power structure in that group is all about who's got the most clout.
  • In nature, the lion's power structure is based on the alpha male being the leader of the pack.