Organizational Structure Terms

adjective relating to or involving division, especially within an organization or group

• The company's divisional structure allows for more focused management of specific business units.
• The divisional meeting has been rescheduled to next week.
• I heard the divisional team is having a pizza party after work.
• The divisional rivalry between the two departments is starting to affect overall productivity.

verb to choose someone for a position by voting

adjective chosen for a position through voting

• The new president was elected by a majority vote.
• My friend got elected as the class president.
• She got elected to be the team captain.
• His charisma and leadership skills elected him as the group's spokesperson.

noun a subordinate element or group

• The subordination of the lower-ranking employees to their supervisors is clearly outlined in the company's organizational structure.
• The subordination of the interns to the senior staff members is evident in the office dynamics.
• The subordination of the newbies to the veterans in the team is just how things work around here.
• The subordination of personal desires to the greater good is a key aspect of self-discipline.