Delegated: meaning, definitions and examples

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delegated

 

[ ˈdɛlɪˌɡeɪtɪd ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

authority

To entrust (a task or responsibility) to another person or group, typically one who is less senior than oneself. It involves giving someone the authority to act on one's behalf.

Synonyms

allocate, assign, authorize

Examples of usage

  • The manager delegated the task of organizing the event to his assistant.
  • She delegated the decision-making process to a committee.
Context #2 | Verb

politics

To send or appoint (a person) as deputy or representative. It is often used in the context of official duties or responsibilities.

Synonyms

appoint, commission, nominate

Examples of usage

  • The president delegated the ambassador to negotiate the treaty.
  • The minister delegated the task of drafting the policy to his team.

Translations

Translations of the word "delegated" in other languages:

🇵🇹 delegado

🇮🇳 प्रतिनिधि

🇩🇪 delegiert

🇮🇩 didelegasikan

🇺🇦 делегований

🇵🇱 delegowany

🇯🇵 委任された

🇫🇷 délégué

🇪🇸 delegado

🇹🇷 delege edilmiş

🇰🇷 위임된

🇸🇦 مفوَّض

🇨🇿 delegovaný

🇸🇰 delegovaný

🇨🇳 委派

🇸🇮 delegiran

🇮🇸 úthlutað

🇰🇿 делегацияланған

🇬🇪 დელეგირებული

🇦🇿 təyin edilmiş

🇲🇽 delegado

Etymology

The word 'delegated' comes from the Latin word 'delegatus', which means 'sent on a mission'. It first appeared in English in the early 15th century. The concept of delegation has been a fundamental aspect of human organization and governance throughout history, allowing individuals to share responsibilities and tasks efficiently.

See also: delegate, delegates, delegating, delegation.

Word Frequency Rank

Position #8,008 indicates this is an advanced-level word. While not essential for basic communication, it will enhance your ability to understand and create more nuanced content.