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DEPUTISE Synonyms

There are 3 synonyms of the word deputise. (exact relations)
There are 6 hypernyms of the word deputise. (close relations)
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deputydeputation

Best Alternative Words for DEPUTISE

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deputize
verbv
verb

• act as a substitute

• appoint as a substitute

depute
verbv
verb

• transfer power to someone

• appoint as a substitute

• give an assignment to (a person) to a post, or assign a task to (a person)

substitute
verb, nounv, n
noun

• a person or thing that takes or can take the place of another

• an athlete who plays only when a starter on the team is replaced

• someone who takes the place of another (as when things get dangerous or difficult)

adjective satellite

• capable of substituting in any of several positions on a team

• serving or used in place of another

• artificial and inferior

verb

• put in the place of another; switch seemingly equivalent items

• be a substitute

• act as a substitute

Best Hypernyms For DEPUTISE

Here is a list of related hypernyms for deputise, these are close relations that fall within the same topic. Most relevant words are highlighted and in order.
Words (5)
appoint charge replace supersede supplant
Phrases (1)
supervene upon

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