depute (B2)

verb

Pronunciation: /dɪˈpjuːt/

Definition

To appoint or designate someone to act as a representative or substitute, especially with delegated authority.

Examples

• The CEO decided to depute the vice president to handle the negotiations.

• She was deputed to present the findings at the conference.

• He was deputed by the committee to oversee the project's final stages.

How to Use depute

depute someone to do something (prepositional phrase)

To officially authorize a person to perform a specific task or action. — "The ambassador was deputed to represent the country at the summit."

depute someone for someone (prepositional phrase)

To appoint someone to act in place of another person. — "He was deputed for the ill minister to address the press."

Synonyms of depute

Words with a similar meaning to depute:

• appoint
• delegate
• assign
• empower

Antonyms of depute

Words with the opposite meaning to depute:

• recall
• dismiss

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