What does depute mean?
Depute means (obsolete) To assign (someone or something) to or for something..
Depute
/dɪˈpjuːt/ · verb
Meaning
(obsolete) To assign (someone or something) to or for something..
Definitions by Sense
- (obsolete) To assign (someone or something) to or for something.
- To delegate (a task, etc.) to a subordinate.
- To deputize (someone), to appoint as deputy.
- To appoint; to assign; to choose.
- (Scotland) A deputy.
Example Sentences
Will Wyatt having moved up a notch, the project was deputed to a second team of producers whose judgement I didn't trust.
There is no man deputed of the king to hear thee.
Some persons, deputed by a meeting.
Viewing the forces arrayed against him at the G20, President Vladimir Putin deputed Lavrov to attend the two-day event in his stead, and for a brief moment it appeared to have been too much.
The most conspicuous places in cities are usually deputed for the erection of statues.
[…] discharging hereby the said sheriff and his deputes […]
Synonyms for depute
Antonyms for depute
Related Words
Word Forms
- deputes
- deputing
- deputed
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for depute?
Common synonyms include delegate, designate, assign, deputize.
What is the opposite of depute?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use depute in a sentence?
Will Wyatt having moved up a notch, the project was deputed to a second team of producers whose judgement I didn't trust.
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