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Meaning of trusteeship
The primary meaning of "trusteeship" refers to the position or role of a trustee, who is responsible for managing and overseeing a trust.
Etymology of trusteeship
The word "trusteeship" originates from the Old English words "trūst" meaning faith or confidence, and "scīr" meaning official or administrator, with the suffix "-ship" indicating a state or condition
The term has been used since the 15th century to describe the role of a trustee, and has evolved over time to encompass various types of trusts and trusteeships
Synonyms
administration
management
stewardship
care
custody
charge
supervision
oversight
direction
control
governance
regulation
guidance
authority
responsibility
accountability
guardianship
curatorship
agency
representation
leadership
protectorship
conservatorship
custodianship
wardship
tutelage
sponsorship
patronage
support
Definitions
- The position or role of a trustee, who is responsible for managing and overseeing a trust
- * The state of being a trustee, with the associated responsibilities and obligations
- * A period of time during which a trustee is responsible for managing and overseeing a trust
Usage Examples
- The charity was placed under trusteeship after the founder's retirement, to ensure its continued management and oversight
- * The company's assets were put into trusteeship during the bankruptcy proceedings, to protect the interests of creditors and shareholders
- * The United Nations took on a trusteeship role in the occupied territory, to provide temporary governance and administration
Antonyms
neglect
abandonment
dereliction
irresponsibility
mismanagement
abuse
exploitation
corruption
maladministration
misgovernance
dictatorship
tyranny
oppression
subjugation
domination
control
manipulation
coercion