Departmental
adjective
Relating to a department or departments.
They had a departmental meeting to discuss the new policy changes.
Often appears as...
- departmental meeting
- departmental policy
adjective
Related to the running, organization, or responsibility of a specific sector within an organization.
He was given full departmental control over the project.
Often appears as...
- departmental control
- departmental responsibility
Usage tips
Business
adjective
Having to do with a part or division within a larger system.
The new employee will need to understand the departmental goals.
Often appears as...
- departmental goals
- departmental division
adjective
Relating to a department or departments.
They had a departmental meeting to discuss the new policy changes.
Often appears as...
- departmental meeting
- departmental policy
adjective
Related to the running, organization, or responsibility of a specific sector within an organization.
He was given full departmental control over the project.
Often appears as...
- departmental control
- departmental responsibility
Usage tips
Business
adjective
Having to do with a part or division within a larger system.
The new employee will need to understand the departmental goals.
Often appears as...
- departmental goals
- departmental division
Definition 1 of 3
Pro Tip 1/3Internal Focus
Used when referring to matters within a specific department, not outside sections.
Our departmental funds are limited to marketing activities only.
Pro Tip 2/3Scope of Activity
Indicates the range or topics discussed are confined to department boundaries.
Departmental efficiency was the main agenda in today's session.
Pro Tip 3/3Exclusive to Members
Highlights activities or policies meant for people belonging to that department.
Attendance is compulsory for the departmental workshop.
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Quote examples
Steven Pinker
Canadian Scientist
My worst boss was a departmental chair who never learned to appreciate new developments in the field. He had contempt for students and younger researchers, and he saw the job of running the department as a nuisance.
Quote examples
Cal Cunningham
American Politician
When law enforcement violates departmental policies or operates outside of its certified training, it should not be insulated from liability to the victims of these breaches.
Quote examples
Steven Pinker
Canadian Scientist
My worst boss was a departmental chair who never learned to appreciate new developments in the field. He had contempt for students and younger researchers, and he saw the job of running the department as a nuisance.
Quote examples
Cal Cunningham
American Politician
When law enforcement violates departmental policies or operates outside of its certified training, it should not be insulated from liability to the victims of these breaches.
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