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

Russia's delegation will be led by Vladimir Medinsky, a Vladimir Putin aide who headed Moscow's team in earlier rounds of negotiations. — CBS News, 6 Nov. 2026

Six were in or around Orlando, giving the City Beautiful and its surroundings an all-Democrat House delegation for the first time in eons. — Steve Bousquet, Sun Sentinel, 6 Nov. 2026

That item, a Toi Moko, or tattooed Māori head, was returned to a delegation of Māori and Moriori representatives through New Zealand’s Karanga Aotearoa repatriation program. — News Desk, Artforum, 5 Nov. 2026

Day-To-Day Task Management Effective delegation means trusting people with meaningful responsibilities while providing clear expectations and accountability. — Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 5 Nov. 2026