deputation Meaning & Definition
What Does Deputation Mean?
As a noun, deputation means The act of deputing, or of appointing or commissioning a deputy or representative; office of a deputy or delegate; vicegerency. It is also used to mean The person or persons deputed or commissioned by another person, party, or public body to act in his or its behalf; a delegation.
Deputation at a Glance
| Part of speech | noun |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | //ˌdɛpjuːˈteɪʃən// |
| Syllables | 1 |
| Synonyms | commission, mission and delegacy |
| Plural | deputations |
Deputation Definition (Noun)
- The act of deputing, or of appointing or commissioning a deputy or representative; office of a deputy or delegate; vicegerency.
- The person or persons deputed or commissioned by another person, party, or public body to act in his or its behalf; a delegation.
The general sent a deputation to the enemy to propose a truce.
- Among Christian missionaries, the process or period of time during which they raise support in preparation for going to their mission field.
Synonyms of Deputation
Deputation synonyms and antonyms →Antonyms of Deputation
No antonyms or near antonyms are listed by the available sources for this entry.
Deputation in a Sentence
The general sent a deputation to the enemy to propose a truce.
Word Forms & Grammar
deputation (countable and uncountable, plural deputations)
Origin of Deputation
From Middle French députation, from Late Latin deputatio.
How Do You Say Deputation?
You say deputation as //ˌdɛpjuːˈteɪʃən//. It has 1 syllable.
Frequently Asked Questions About Deputation
What part of speech is deputation?
Deputation is a noun.
What is another word for deputation?
You can replace deputation with words such as commission, mission and delegacy. See the full list of deputation synonyms and antonyms.
What is the plural of deputation?
The plural of deputation is deputations.