1
as in appointing
to appoint as one's representative
he delegated his son to go pick up the tickets for him
Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
2
as in handing
to put (something) into the possession or safekeeping of another
a manager who is reluctant to delegate authority to subordinates
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
Example Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of delegating
Grassroots workshops can help women see AI as accessible and relevant to their daily challenges, from delegating routine tasks at work to optimizing a household budget.
—
Cornelia C. Walther, Forbes, 7 Mar. 2025
These filmmakers have hands-on involvement at all levels of production rather than delegating and directing.
—Chris O'Falt, IndieWire, 4 Mar. 2025
By delegating tasks like market research and outreach to an AI agent, solopreneurs can develop their core business while testing adjacent opportunities.
—Aytekin Tank, Forbes, 4 Mar. 2025
After delegating tasks — Bri will be on service again, and Marina on housekeeping — Lara gets to work on what really matters, which is securing more gossip.
—Rafaela Bassili, Vulture, 3 Mar. 2025
The Danger of Cognitive Offloading There is no technological solution for the fundamental problem of cognitive offloading—the practice of delegating critical thinking and analysis entirely to AI systems.
—Lars Daniel, Forbes, 26 Feb. 2025
When delegating tasks and projects to our teams, a hasty hand-off inevitably causes problems (and wastes time).
—Shani Harmon, Forbes, 26 Feb. 2025
Eisen is a co-founder of the State Democracy Defenders Fund, which is suing the administration over the creation of the Department of Government Efficiency by arguing federal law prohibits delegating decision-making authority to private citizens without public access.
—Bart Jansen, USA TODAY, 11 Feb. 2025
So if delegating more authority to Fangio as a coordinator and putting aside ego is one of the key elements of this team’s success, that is still the quality of a leader.
—Pat Leonard, Orlando Sentinel, 2 Feb. 2025
Cornelia C. Walther, Forbes, 7 Mar. 2025
These filmmakers have hands-on involvement at all levels of production rather than delegating and directing.
—Chris O'Falt, IndieWire, 4 Mar. 2025
By delegating tasks like market research and outreach to an AI agent, solopreneurs can develop their core business while testing adjacent opportunities.
—Aytekin Tank, Forbes, 4 Mar. 2025
After delegating tasks — Bri will be on service again, and Marina on housekeeping — Lara gets to work on what really matters, which is securing more gossip.
—Rafaela Bassili, Vulture, 3 Mar. 2025
The Danger of Cognitive Offloading There is no technological solution for the fundamental problem of cognitive offloading—the practice of delegating critical thinking and analysis entirely to AI systems.
—Lars Daniel, Forbes, 26 Feb. 2025
When delegating tasks and projects to our teams, a hasty hand-off inevitably causes problems (and wastes time).
—Shani Harmon, Forbes, 26 Feb. 2025
Eisen is a co-founder of the State Democracy Defenders Fund, which is suing the administration over the creation of the Department of Government Efficiency by arguing federal law prohibits delegating decision-making authority to private citizens without public access.
—Bart Jansen, USA TODAY, 11 Feb. 2025
So if delegating more authority to Fangio as a coordinator and putting aside ego is one of the key elements of this team’s success, that is still the quality of a leader.
—Pat Leonard, Orlando Sentinel, 2 Feb. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for delegating
Verb
-
In the aftermath of Skinner’s exit, Spurs underwent an internal review of their women’s setup, appointing Andy Rogers — previously Spurs’ head of global development — to managing director of women’s football.—
Megan Feringa,
The Athletic,
24 Mar. 2025
-
Judges are now appointing themselves as head of the Bureau of Prisons to nullify election results.—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
Newsweek,
20 Mar. 2025
Verb
-
Having been stung by handing O’Neil and his backroom staff long-term deals, only to sack them a few months later, Wolves will be reluctant to commit massive funds to extending Pereira’s deal on the back of just a few months’ work.—
Steve Madeley,
The Athletic,
25 Mar. 2025
-
Monday’s three-hour finale opens with Grant still in the Dominican Republic after handing roses to Litia and Juliana last week and sending Zoe packing.—
Dave Nemetz,
TVLine,
24 Mar. 2025
Verb
-
But the moderates also emphasized that their vote for the final bill would hinge on Johnson’s ability to keep his word about leaving Medicaid benefits untouched.—
Mike Lillis,
The Hill,
14 Apr. 2025
-
Everyone is understandably thrilled for McIlroy, and everyone has been leaving their congratulations for him throughout the evening.—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
MSNBC Newsweek,
14 Apr. 2025
Verb
-
The particles are too small, however, to reflect the sun's heat-energy-transferring infrared light.—
Ben Coxworth,
New Atlas,
23 Dec. 2024
-
Assad's departure also led analysts and government officials to claim that Russia may be transferring some of its military assets from Syria's Tartus naval base and Hmeimim air base to Libya.—
Hugh Cameron,
Newsweek,
23 Dec. 2024
Verb
-
In Denver, Burden could immediately start on the outside opposite Courtland Sutton, giving the team a dynamic receiver duo.—
David Faris,
MSNBC Newsweek,
13 Apr. 2025
-
Listen to this article National City leaders came under fire two years ago for giving themselves $100,000 each to spend annually in their districts.—
Tammy Murga,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
13 Apr. 2025
Verb
-
Many high-end restaurants, especially in Texas, try to offer fancy tacos at inflated prices without delivering anything worthy of the cost or pomp.—
Tasha Tsiaperas,
Axios,
11 Mar. 2025
-
The hospitality team takes care of everything, from delivering dishes and refilling drinks to stoking nearby fires and passing out cozy blankets on cooler nights.—
Tara Massouleh McCay,
Southern Living,
11 Mar. 2025
Cite this Entry
“Delegating.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/delegating. Accessed 21 Apr. 2025.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
Share