spokesman

noun

spokes·​man ˈspōks-mən 

: a person who speaks as the representative of another or others often in a professional capacity : spokesperson

spokesmanship

ˈspōks-mən-ˌship 

noun

Synonyms of spokesman

• spokesperson

Examples of spokesman in a Sentence

A White House spokesman answered questions from the reporters.

a spokesman for the cattle industry

Recent Examples on the Web

Modern networks are more resilient in disasters, an AT&T spokesman said, because they can be restored faster and are less vulnerable to damage and copper theft. — Jenny Jarvie follow, Los Angeles Times, 10 July 2026

Russia is still open to diplomatic talks with Ukraine, Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said Friday, accusing Kyiv of lacking the willingness to move toward a peaceful settlement. — Sam Meredith, CNBC, 10 July 2026

Government spokesman Bayo Onanuga did not specify the total number of students rescued but authorities said at the time of the abductions from two secondary schools on May 15 that more than 40 people had been abducted. — ABC News, 10 July 2026

Adam Fetcher, an administration spokesman during former President Barack Obama’s first term and his 2012 reelection campaign, became the city’s first chief communications officer in July 2025. — Emily Hallas, The Washington Examiner, 10 July 2026

Word History

Etymology

probably irregular from spoke, obsolete past participle of speak

First Known Use

1537, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for spokesman

• spokesmen

Kids Definition

spokesman

noun

spokes·​man ˈspōk-smən 

: a person who speaks for another or for a group