Meaning
A delegate is an individual appointed or elected to represent a group, organization, or constituency in a formal capacity, often possessing the authority to make decisions or take actions on behalf of those they represent, particularly in contexts such as
💡 The term "delegate" can sometimes be confused with "representative," though a delegate typically has a more specific mandate or set of instructions from their constituents, whereas a representative may exercise broader discretion.
Example Sentences
Word in Context
At
the
annual
conference
,
a
delegate
from
the
small
coastal
town
rose
to
outline
the
community's
priorities
for
sustainable
development
.
She
had
prepared
concise
notes
and
practised
how
to
articulate
the
main
concerns
so
that
her
comments
would
influence
the
subsequent
discussion
.
Although
she
represented
only
a
few
hundred
residents
,
her
calm
delivery
and
clear
evidence
prompted
several
attendees
to
reconsider
their
positions
.
After
the
session
,
other
delegates
approached
her
to
ask
for
details
and
to
explore
whether
a
formal
proposal
might
secure
broader
support
.
She
agreed
to
share
data
and
to
help
draft
the
text
,
knowing
that
coalition
-
building
would
be
essential
if
they
hoped
to
win
approval
at
the
next
meeting
.
Walking
back
to
her
hotel
,
she
felt
a
quiet
satisfaction
at
having
represented
her
neighbours
with
clarity
and
purpose
.
Common Phrases
diplomatic delegate
delegate assembly
delegate authority
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