envoy extraordinary
Definition
Noun: A diplomat of high rank who represents their government in a foreign country but possesses less formal authority than an ambassador. This title is often part of a compound designation, such as "envoy extraordinary and minister plenipotentiary."
Usage
The term "envoy extraordinary" is a formal diplomatic title. It is used to refer to a specific class of diplomatic representative. * The king appointed an envoy extraordinary to negotiate the treaty. * She served as her country's envoy extraordinary to the conference.
Advanced Usage
- Historically, the full title was often "envoy extraordinary and minister plenipotentiary," which distinguished this rank from a simple "minister." The term "extraordinary" indicated a special, non-permanent mission, while "plenipotentiary" meant the diplomat had full powers to negotiate.
Variants and Related Words
- Envoy: A broader term for a messenger or representative, often used in diplomacy.
- Minister plenipotentiary: A diplomat with full authority to represent their government; often paired with "envoy extraordinary."
- Chargé d'affaires: A diplomat who heads a mission in the absence of an ambassador or envoy.
Synonyms
- Diplomatic representative
- Minister (in the diplomatic sense)
- Plenipotentiary
Related Phrases
- Head of mission: A general term for the person in charge of a diplomatic mission, which can include an envoy extraordinary.
- Diplomatic rank: The system of hierarchical positions in a diplomatic service, within which "envoy extraordinary" is a specific grade.
Noun
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a diplomat having less authority than an ambassador
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