spokesperson
Definition
Noun: A person who is chosen or employed to speak officially on behalf of another person, a group, or an organization. A spokesperson communicates information, answers questions, and represents the views and policies of the party they represent.
Usage
A "spokesperson" is used to refer to the official representative who communicates with the public or media. This role involves conveying statements, explaining decisions, and defending positions. * The company spokesperson issued a statement regarding the new product launch. * A government spokesperson will brief reporters after the cabinet meeting. * She acted as the spokesperson for the community group during the negotiations.
Advanced Usage
- Acting as a spokesperson: Taking on the role of speaking for others, often temporarily or in a specific context.
- For this project, the lead researcher will act as the department's spokesperson.
- In the capacity of a spokesperson: A formal phrase indicating someone is speaking in their official representative role.
- He made those remarks in his capacity as a spokesperson, not as a private citizen.
Variants and Related Words
- Spokesman (noun, masculine): A male spokesperson. (Note: This term is sometimes considered gender-specific; "spokesperson" is often preferred as a gender-neutral alternative).
- Spokeswoman (noun, feminine): A female spokesperson.
- Spokespeople (noun, plural): The plural form of spokesperson.
Synonyms
- Representative: A person chosen to act and speak for others.
- Spokesman/Spokeswoman: Gender-specific terms for a spokesperson.
- Mouthpiece: (Can sometimes have a negative connotation) A person or publication that expresses the views of another.
- Advocate: One who argues for a cause or policy.
Related Phrases
- Official spokesperson: Emphasizes the formal, authorized nature of the role.
- Questions should be directed to the official spokesperson.
- Designated spokesperson: The person specifically chosen to speak in a given situation.
- The team selected a designated spokesperson to handle media inquiries.
Noun
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an advocate who represents someone else's policy or purpose
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the meeting was attended by spokespersons for all the major organs of government
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