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

Also, delegation without a measure of control is a formula for failure. — Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 7 July 2026

The French president arrives with a business delegation to discuss security, investment and reconstruction, as Damascus seeks billions for rebuilding after 13 years of war and deepening poverty. — Ghaith Alsayed, Los Angeles Times, 6 July 2026

Foreign delegates attend On Friday, a number of official foreign delegations and religious leaders attended a ceremony as Khamenei lay in state. — Hadeel Al-Shalchi, NPR, 6 July 2026

Softer passages accompanied the Qatari and Omani delegations. — Mohammed Sergie, semafor.com, 6 July 2026