Synonyms for

Delegates

Verb / ˈdelʌˌgeɪts / / ˈdelʌgʌts / Another word for delegates — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

A person sent or authorized to represent others, in particular an elected representative sent to a conference.

Synonyms & similar words

delegate designate depute assign representatives ambassadors envoys agents emissaries spokespersons messengers proxies surrogates deputies commissioners diplomats negotiators mediators arbitrators facilitators liaisons officials functionaries

Synonyms by register

Formal

representatives envoys commissioners deputies

Informal

reps stand-ins mouthpieces

Literary

emissaries proxies

Antonyms

leader commander boss master ruler chief supervisor

Common collocations

  • delegate authority
  • delegate tasks
  • delegate power
  • delegate responsibilities
  • delegate a vote
  • delegate to a committee
  • delegate work
  • delegate a representative

Word family

noun delegate
verb delegate
adjective delegated

Usage note

The word 'delegate' can function as both a noun (a person appointed to represent others) and a verb (to entrust a task or responsibility to another person). Ensure correct usage based on context.

Example sentences

  1. The delegates from the different countries met to discuss climate change.
  2. The company sent a delegate to attend the conference.
  3. The student council elected a delegate to represent them at the school board meeting.
  4. The union appointed a delegate to negotiate with the management.

Quotes

  • "The difference between a politician and a statesman is that a politician thinks about the next election while the statesman thinks about the next generation." - James Freeman Clarke
  • "Politics is not a game. It is an earnest business." - Winston Churchill
  • "The best argument against democracy is a five-minute conversation with the average voter." - Winston Churchill

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