Synonyms of delegation

delegation

noun

ˌde-li-ˈgā-shən 

1

as in contingent

a body of persons chosen as representatives of a larger group

a delegation from the local scout troop is being sent to the national jamboree

Synonyms & Similar Words

• contingent
• team
• squad
• delegacy
• mission
• crew
• embassy
• legation
• band
• party
• detachment
• gang
• company
• outfit

2

as in mandate

the granting of power to perform various acts or duties

the delegation by the president to the secretary of state of complete control of the nation's foreign policy

Synonyms & Similar Words

• mandate
• accreditation
• authorization
• empowerment
• commission
• license
• promotion
• facilitation
• directing
• commanding
• entrustment
• consignment
• commendation
• ordering
• fostering

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of delegation

Pakistan’s army chief to visit Tehran Pakistani Field Marshal Asim Munir will lead a delegation to Tehran on Monday, Iranian state television reported, citing Iran’s Foreign Ministry spokesperson, Esmail Baghaei. — Los Angeles Times, 23 Aug. 2026

The Broward legislative delegation will have at least two new House members come November. — Sun Sentinel Editorial Board, Sun Sentinel, 20 Aug. 2026

During the visit, Ramdin and members of his delegation met with the prime minister and other officials, and visited the offices of the elections’ council. — Jacqueline Charles, Miami Herald, 20 Aug. 2026

Turkey’s Defense Ministry said no Turkish military delegation was present at the base before or during the strike, Reuters reported. — Efrat Lachter, FOXNews.com, 20 Aug. 2026