secretary-general

[US]/ˌsek.rə.tər.iˈdʒen.ər.əl/
[UK]/ˌsek.rə.ter.iˈdʒen.ər.əl/

Translation

n.the chief executive officer of an organization, especially an international or political organization
Word Forms
Pluralsecretary-generals

Phrases & Collocations

new secretary-general

secretary-general's speech

secretary-general said

appoint secretary-general

secretary-general role

former secretary-general

secretary-general ban

secretary-general meeting

secretary-general position

Example Sentences

the secretary-general addressed the un general assembly today.

he was appointed secretary-general after a lengthy selection process.

the secretary-general's office is located at un headquarters in new york.

the secretary-general urged member states to increase their contributions.

the current secretary-general is antónio guterres.

the secretary-general held a press conference to discuss the latest developments.

the secretary-general's report highlighted the challenges facing the world.

the secretary-general met with foreign ministers to discuss peace efforts.

the secretary-general expressed concern over the humanitarian crisis.

the secretary-general played a key role in mediating the conflict.

the secretary-general's leadership is crucial for the un's effectiveness.

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