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- pronunciation:
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- parts of speech:
- noun, adjective
- features:
- Word Explorer, Word Parts
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noun |
| definition: |
An official is a person who has a high position in government or business and has power to make important decisions.
The city officials met to discuss the plan for building the new bridge.Fire department officials are investigating the cause of the fire.- synonyms:
- officer
- similar words:
- administrator, ambassador, authority, executive, minister
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| related words: |
authority, minister, office |
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| part of speech: |
adjective |
| definition 1: |
Someone who has a position of responsibility or authority, like a mayor, police chief, or governor, has "official duties." These are duties that are always part of top jobs of this type. Other things that are connected with positions like these are also called "official." Papers that a governor signs, for example, are "official papers."
One of the president's official duties includes meeting with leaders from other countries.- similar words:
- formal, professional, valid
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| definition 2: |
If something is official, it is approved or decided on by an authority, or given out by an authority.
A driver's license is an official document.In an official wedding ceremony, people are legally joined in marriage.- synonyms:
- formal
- similar words:
- proper, standard, valid
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| related words: |
standard, state, true |
| derivation: |
officially (adv.) |
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