Synonyms of delegations

delegations

noun

plural of delegation

1

as in contingents

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

• contingents
• teams
• squads
• missions
• delegacies
• embassies
• legations
• crews
• detachments
• bands
• companies
• parties
• gangs
• outfits

2

as in mandates

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

• mandates
• accreditations
• authorizations
• commissions
• licenses
• empowerments
• promotions
• commendations
• consignments
• facilitations
• entrustments
• orderings

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of delegations

Argentine, Brazilian, Cuban, and Panamanian delegations have all studied at the China Criminal Investigation Police University in Shenyang. — Natalia Cote-Muñoz, Foreign Affairs, 3 Aug. 2026

While both sides have announced the dialogue, media reports indicate the process has so far been limited to preliminary contacts, including an initial phone conversation between the two delegations. — Antonio María Delgado, Miami Herald, 3 Aug. 2026

Takaichi hosted Trump in October 2025, where delegations from both countries held a signing ceremony to mark the bilateral framework agreement on critical minerals and trade. — Tiago Ventura, Time, 3 Aug. 2026

The flurry of Pakistani and Qatari delegations visiting Iran in an effort to sustain the ceasefire has given way to pessimism among regional diplomats. — Jomana Karadsheh, CNN Money, 19 July 2026

The two sides pulled back the following week, each sending delegations to Qatar, which had played a key role in mediating the agreement. — ABC News, 18 July 2026

Organizers expect more than 300 manufacturers and industry specialists to attend, along with official and commercial delegations from over 25 countries. — Arthur Zaczkiewicz, Footwear News, 16 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