delegation
11 synonyms for delegation, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A group of people sent to represent a larger organization or country.
Synonyms
Everyday swaps
Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
How to use delegation
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
send a delegation
trade delegation
delegation of authority
Etymology
Borrowed from Latin dēlēgātiō, dēlēgātiōnis, from dēlēgō: compare French délégation.
Full origin of delegation →Frequently asked questions
What does “delegation” mean?
The word “delegation” means a group of people sent to represent a larger organization or country. In plain terms, either a group representing others, or the act of handing off responsibility.
How do you pronounce “delegation”?
“Delegation” is pronounced deh-lih-GAY-shuhn (/dɛlɪˈɡeɪʃən/ in IPA).
How do you use “delegation” in a sentence?
Here is “delegation” used in a sentence: “A trade delegation from Japan arrived in London this week.”
What part of speech is “delegation”?
“Delegation” is a noun.
Is “delegation” a common word?
“Delegation” is a fairly common word in modern English.
How many meanings does “delegation” have?
“Delegation” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a group of people sent to represent a larger organization or country.
What is the difference between a 'delegation' and a 'delegate'?
A delegate is a single person chosen to represent others. A delegation is the whole group of such representatives sent to speak or act for a larger organization or country.
What is the difference between 'delegation' and 'deputation'?
Both words describe a group of people sent to represent others. Delegation is the more common term today, while deputation is more formal and now used less frequently.
What words commonly follow 'delegation'?
In the group sense, you often see 'a delegation from' a country or body, or 'a delegation to' a meeting. In the management sense, the common phrase is 'delegation of authority' or 'delegation of duties.'
