The stakeholder
Example: Stakeholder influences decisions and has interest in organizational outcomes
Definition
"The stakeholder" refers to any individual, group, or organization that has an interest in or is affected by the decisions and outcomes of a particular organization or project. Stakeholders influence decisions and can impact or be impacted by organizational activities.
Etymology
The term "stakeholder" originates from the English words 'stake' and 'holder.' A 'stake' historically meant a share or interest in something, while a 'holder' is one who possesses it. The word emerged in the 20th century in business contexts to describe parties with a vested interest in an enterprise, highlighting their figurative 'stake' or claim.
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"The stakeholder" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - Management - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 108 commonly used words.
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