Synonyms for

Delegation

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

Definition

Delegation means giving someone else the authority to act on your behalf. It can also mean a group of people who are chosen to represent others.

Synonyms & similar words

commission relegation mission delegating deputation relegating delegacy commission representation proxy agency mandate assignment appointment nomination deputization substitution representation agency embassy envoy delegacy diplomacy mission committee group team

Synonyms by register

Formal

authorization mandate assignment commission

Informal

handing over passing on passing the buck

Literary

entrustment bequest

Antonyms

control retention monopoly holding keeping possession

Common collocations

  • delegation of authority
  • delegation of power
  • delegation of responsibility
  • delegation of tasks
  • delegation of duties
  • delegation of work
  • delegation of a committee

Word family

noun delegation
verb delegate
adjective delegated
adverb delegatedly

Usage note

Delegation refers to the act of giving a task or responsibility to someone else, or the group of people who have been appointed to act on behalf of others. It is often used in formal contexts like business or government.

Example sentences

  1. The company sent a delegation to the conference.
  2. The delegation met with the foreign leaders to discuss trade.
  3. The delegation was given the task of choosing a new CEO.
  4. The delegation brought back important information from their trip.
  5. The delegation was made up of experts in their field.

Quotes

  • We must be the change we wish to see in the world. And that change starts with delegations.
  • A good leader delegates wisely.
  • Delegating work works, provided the one delegating works, too.

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