NYT Dictionary

DEPUTE

/dɪˈpjuːt/
VerbNounDE-putede-pute · 2 syllablesGrade 10

Accepted in official NYT Spelling Bee puzzle years: 2021, 2023, 2026

Meaning

To assign (someone or something) to or for something.

Etymology

Origin: Latin

From French députer, from Latin deputo.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Synonyms

delegatedeputizedeputisedesignateassignaccreditauthorizechargechartercommission

NYT Puzzle Appearances

Accepted in 3 recorded puzzles:

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