Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
delegate responsibility
Phrase
/ˈdɛlɪˌɡeɪt rɪˌspɒnsɪˈbɪlɪti/
Definition
To assign tasks or duties to another person or group, allowing them to take charge of specific aspects of a project or role.
Examples
- As a manager, she learned to delegate responsibility to her team to improve efficiency.
- In order to focus on strategic decisions, he had to delegate responsibility for day-to-day operations.
- Effective leaders know how to delegate responsibility without losing sight of their goals.
Meaning
When you delegate responsibility, you are empowering others to take on certain tasks, while still maintaining overall accountability for the outcome.
Synonyms
- assign duties
- entrust tasks
- delegate tasks
