delegate

Vocabulary Word

Definition

In a relay race, every runner passes the baton to the next. 'Delegate' is like passing the baton. It's the process of giving someone else the authority or responsibility to do a particular task or duty.

Examples in Different Contexts

In a design agency, the creative director could 'delegate' the illustration work to a specific graphic artist known for their unique style. They might mention, 'I've delegated the poster design to Mike; his style matches our vision.'

Practice Scenarios

Public-Policy

Scenario:

With the new policies coming in, our teams will need to work effectively. Diverse expertise must be utilized appropriately for seamless policy implementation.

Response:

Agreed, we should delegate the drafting of environmental policies to a specialized environmental policy team.

Tech

Scenario:

In the latest project, the front-end developers seem to have a lighter work load than the back-end team. We need to balance this out.

Response:

Yes, it's crucial that we delegate some of the back-end tasks to the front-end developers who have experience in full-stack development.