mandatary

/ˌmændəˈtɛri/

Definitions

1. noun

A person or organization to whom a power or authority is delegated; especially, a person appointed to carry out the provisions of a treaty, agreement, or other formal document.

“The treaty designated a mandatary for the region to oversee the reconstruction process.”

Synonyms

  • delegate
  • representative

Antonyms

  • autonomous
  • independent