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单词 deputation
释义

deputation

noun

dep·​u·​ta·​tion ˌde-pyə-ˈtā-shən How to pronounce deputation (audio)
1
: the act of appointing a deputy
2
: a group of people appointed to represent others

Example Sentences

Many countries will be sending deputations to the peace conference.

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

deputation

noun

1
as in delegation

Synonyms & Similar Words

Relevance
  • delegation
  • office
  • authorization
  • placement
  • emplacement
  • ordination
  • station
  • ranking
  • position
  • billet
  • commission
  • job
  • investiture
  • induction
  • gig
  • situation
  • investment
  • appointment
  • anointing
  • installment
  • installation
  • assignment
  • designation
  • place
  • election
  • spot
  • instalment
  • anointment
  • nomination
  • instating
  • destination
  • selection
  • choosing
  • picking
  • choice
  • singling (out)

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

  • dismissal
  • expulsion
  • discharge
  • firing
  • dismission
  • rejection
  • removal
  • deposition
  • overthrow
  • ouster
  • ejection
  • eviction
  • dethronement
  • blackball
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2
as in legation

Synonyms & Similar Words

  • legation
  • missionary
  • apostle
  • consul
  • detachment
  • attaché
  • messenger
  • deputy
  • procurator
  • evangelist
  • nuncio
  • diplomat
  • courier
  • foreign minister
  • ambassador
  • legate
  • spokesperson
  • emissary
  • envoy
  • minister
  • proxy
  • representative
  • delegate
  • mouthpiece
  • agent
  • chargé d'affaires
  • ambassadress
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