noun

emissary

EH-mihs-ree

Emissary (noun) means a person sent on a mission to represent or negotiate on behalf of someone else. Example: “The president sent an emissary to open talks with the rebels.”

noun

A person sent on a mission to represent or negotiate on behalf of someone else.

"The president sent an emissary to open talks with the rebels."

"She acted as an emissary between the two feuding families."

How to use emissary

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishSomeone sent to represent or deliver a message on another's behalf.

Common pairings

send an emissary act as an emissary

Word forms

emissaries plural

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Etymology

From Latin emissarius, "agent" or "spy," from emittere, "to send out."

Origin: Latin

Synonyms

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envoy

Related words

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Rhymes for emissary

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Frequently asked questions

What does “emissary” mean?

The word “emissary” means a person sent on a mission to represent or negotiate on behalf of someone else. In plain terms, someone sent to represent or deliver a message on another's behalf.

How do you pronounce “emissary”?

“Emissary” is pronounced EH-mihs-ree (/ˈɛmɪˌsɛɹi/ in IPA).

How do you use “emissary” in a sentence?

Here is “emissary” used in a sentence: “The president sent an emissary to open talks with the rebels.”

What part of speech is “emissary”?

“Emissary” is a noun.

Where does the word “emissary” come from?

The word “emissary” comes from Latin. From Latin emissarius, "agent" or "spy," from emittere, "to send out.".

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