Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
subcommittee
noun
/sʌb.kəˈmɪt.i/
Definition
A subgroup of a committee, often delegated with specific tasks or areas of focus within a larger committee.
Examples
- The finance subcommittee reviewed the budget proposal in detail.
- A subcommittee was formed to address environmental concerns.
- Each department has a subcommittee that meets monthly to discuss updates.
Meaning
A subcommittee helps to organize work and manage particular aspects of a broader committee’s responsibilities, allowing for more effective and detailed examination of issues.
Synonyms
- working group
- task force
- panel
- task group
