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ombudsman

 

[ หˆษ’m.bสŠdz.mษ™n ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

government, oversight

An ombudsman is an official appointed to investigate individuals' complaints against maladministration, especially that of public authorities. The role of an ombudsman is to ensure that citizens have a means of recourse against government actions that affect them adversely. Typically, an ombudsman operates independently and has the authority to recommend changes or provide solutions based on their findings. The position is often seen as a critical component of accountability and transparency in government institutions.

Synonyms

advocate, arbitrator, intermediary, mediator

Examples of usage

  • The ombudsman investigated the citizen's complaints about delayed services.
  • Many countries have appointed an ombudsman to assist with public grievances.
  • The ombudsman recommended policy changes to improve transparency.

Translations

Translations of the word "ombudsman" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น ombudsman

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค“เคฎเฅเคฌเคกเฅเคธเคฎเฅˆเคจ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Ombudsmann

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ ombudsman

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะพะผะฑัƒะดัะผะฐะฝ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ ombudsman

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใ‚ชใƒ ใƒ–ใ‚บใƒžใƒณ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท ombudsman

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ ombudsman

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท ombudsman

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์˜ด๋ถ€์ฆˆ๋งจ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุฃูˆู…ุจูˆุฏุณู…ุงู†

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ombudsman

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ ombudsman

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ็›‘ๅฏŸไธ“ๅ‘˜

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ ombudsman

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ umbudsman

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะพะผะฑัƒะดัะผะตะฝ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒแƒ›แƒ‘แƒฃแƒ“แƒกแƒ›แƒ”แƒœแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ombudsman

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ ombudsman

Word origin

The term 'ombudsman' originates from the Swedish word 'ombud,' meaning 'representative' or 'agent.' It first came into use in the early 19th century in Sweden, where it denoted a parliamentary commissioner serving the public interest by addressing complaints against the government. Over time, the concept spread to various countries, adapting to local governance styles and administrative needs. In many nations, the ombudsman's office has been established as an essential mechanism for ensuring accountability and providing citizens with a voice in matters concerning governmental actions. Today, the role of ombudsman has expanded beyond government oversight to include private sector and organizational contexts, reflecting a broader commitment to resolving disputes and promoting fair practices.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #24,294, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.