Secretary Of Energy (Noun)
Meaning 1
The person who holds the secretaryship of the Department of Energy; "the first Secretary of Energy was James R. Schlesinger who was appointed by Carter".
Classification
Nouns denoting people.
Synonyms
Meaning 2
The position of the head of the Department of Energy; "the post of Energy Secretary was created in 1977".
Classification
Nouns denoting acts or actions.
Examples
- The Secretary of Energy is a member of the President's Cabinet and is responsible for advising the President on energy policy.
- The position of Secretary of Energy was created in 1977, when the Department of Energy was established.
- As Secretary of Energy, she played a key role in shaping the country's energy policy and promoting renewable energy sources.
- The Secretary of Energy is also responsible for overseeing the nation's nuclear energy program and ensuring the safe disposal of nuclear waste.
- The President nominated a former governor to be the next Secretary of Energy, citing his experience in promoting energy development in his home state.