Administratively

Administratively is an adverb derived from the adjective administrative. It denotes doing something in a manner related to administration—the organization, oversight, and execution of duties within a government body, company, or other institution. The term emphasizes procedural aspects rather than the substantive outcomes of actions.

In bureaucratic and organizational contexts, administratively modifies verbs to indicate that an action is carried out according to formal processes, paperwork, approvals, or internal rules. Examples include "the permit was administratively approved" or "the file was administratively closed"—phrases that usually signal procedural rather than substantive change.

Time frames and authority boundaries can be relevant: administratively performed tasks may be required when jurisdiction, compliance, or recordkeeping norms dictate steps to be followed, regardless of policy content. In legal settings, "administratively" often describes actions by administrative agencies or clerical actions within a court or department.

Related terms include administrative, administration, administrator, and administrative law. While similar to "administrative," the adverb form emphasizes process, efficiency, and compliance with procedures rather than policy substance.