addressee

/ˈædresɪ/ or /ˈædriːsi/

Definitions

1. noun

The person or organization to whom a letter, message, or other communication is addressed.

“The company’s CEO was the addressee of the formal letter.”

2. noun

The person or organization to whom a particular activity or process is directed or addressed.

“The new marketing strategy was directed at the young addressee of the company’s target audience.”

Synonyms

  • intended audience
  • recipient

Antonyms

  • nonrecipient
  • unintended audience