Simple meaning
What does Delegate mean?
Delegate means assign a task to another person.
Dictionary definition
To delegate means to give a task to someone else to complete.
Example sentences
Delegate in a sentence
easy
Our group used delegate during the class project.
medium
In team activities, delegate helps everyone work toward the same goal.
hard
Using delegate in my writing explained how students shared roles and solved problems together.
Synonyms
Words like Delegate
assignRelated meaning; check context for exact use.
entrustRelated meaning; check context for exact use.
hand overRelated meaning; check context for exact use.
Antonyms
Opposite words
keep personallyHelpful contrast for understanding meaning.
withhold taskHelpful contrast for understanding meaning.
Word family
Delegate word family
Base word
delegate
verb
delegate
Base form.
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What does delegate mean?
DELEGATE means delegate means assign a task to another person.
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