Plenipotentiary
noun
A person who has full powers or authority, especially a diplomat sent to represent a government.
The plenipotentiary was sent by his government to negotiate a peace deal with the enemy country.
Usage tips
Formal
Political
adjective
Having full powers or authority.
The president is the plenipotentiary representative of the nation.
Often appears as...
- plenipotentiary powers
- plenipotentiary authority
Usage tips
Formal
Political
noun
A person who has full powers or authority, especially a diplomat sent to represent a government.
The plenipotentiary was sent by his government to negotiate a peace deal with the enemy country.
Usage tips
Formal
Political
adjective
Having full powers or authority.
The president is the plenipotentiary representative of the nation.
Often appears as...
- plenipotentiary powers
- plenipotentiary authority
Usage tips
Formal
Political
Definition 1 of 2
Pro Tip 1/3Diplomatic Term
Used in political or international relations contexts, not casual conversation.
A plenipotentiary was appointed to discuss the new trade policy.
Pro Tip 2/3Authority Level
Indicates someone with the highest authority to make decisions without seeking approval.
Only a plenipotentiary can sign this treaty on behalf of the state.
Pro Tip 3/3Specialized Usage
Commonly used when referring to representatives in serious negotiations or formal agreements.
The plenipotentiary managed to get all parties to agree to the terms.
Pro Tip 1/3Diplomatic Term
Used in political or international relations contexts, not casual conversation.
A plenipotentiary was appointed to discuss the new trade policy.
Pro Tip 2/3Authority Level
Indicates someone with the highest authority to make decisions without seeking approval.
Only a plenipotentiary can sign this treaty on behalf of the state.
Pro Tip 3/3Specialized Usage
Commonly used when referring to representatives in serious negotiations or formal agreements.
The plenipotentiary managed to get all parties to agree to the terms.
Pro Tip 1/3Diplomatic Term
Used in political or international relations contexts, not casual conversation.
A plenipotentiary was appointed to discuss the new trade policy.
Pro Tip 2/3Authority Level
Indicates someone with the highest authority to make decisions without seeking approval.
Only a plenipotentiary can sign this treaty on behalf of the state.
Pro Tip 3/3Specialized Usage
Commonly used when referring to representatives in serious negotiations or formal agreements.
The plenipotentiary managed to get all parties to agree to the terms.
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