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

The Chinese president has also not invited a delegation of business executives and tech leaders to the summit, according to media reports. — Anniek Bao, CNBC, 24 Sep. 2026

Maria Bilbao, the campaign coordinator for the American Friends Service Committee, criticized Miami’s Republican delegation in Congress for not yet having visited the center, which is typically used for routine ICE check-ins. — Syra Ortiz Blanes, Miami Herald, 23 Sep. 2026

The latest demonstration came Tuesday in his speech before the delegations attending the General Assembly. — Alfredo Meza, CNN Money, 23 Sep. 2026

The strike prevented an Iranian flight carrying a Houthi delegation from landing. — Arkansas Online, 21 Sep. 2026