Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
delegate-authority
Noun
/ˈdɛlɪɡeɪt ɔːˈθɔːrɪti/
Definition
The act of assigning responsibility or authority to another person or group to carry out tasks or make decisions on one’s behalf.
Examples
- The manager chose to delegate authority to her team to increase productivity.
- By delegating authority, leaders can focus on higher-level tasks and strategic planning.
Meaning
To delegate authority means to empower someone to act on your behalf, typically in a managerial or organizational context.
Synonyms
- Assign
- Empower
- Devolve
- Entrust
- Transfer
