What does ENVOY mean?

Envoy 1. Parts of Speech:

Noun

2. Definitions:

1. An accredited diplomat sent by a country as its official representative to a foreign country.
2. A messenger or representative, especially one on a diplomatic mission.

3. Pronunciations:

• US: /ˈɛnvɔɪ/
• UK: /ˈɒnvɔɪ/

4. Origin and Usage:

The word "envoy" originated from the French word "envoi", which means "dispatch". It was first used in English in the 14th century to refer to a person who was sent on a mission. Today, "envoy" is most commonly used to refer to a diplomat sent by a country as its official representative to a foreign country. It can also refer to a messenger or representative on a diplomatic mission.

5. Synonyms:

• Ambassador
• Diplomat
• Delegate
• Messenger
• Representative

6. Related Words:

• Event
• Money
• Power
• Trust
• Value

7. Example Sentences:

1. The President appointed John as the envoy to the United Nations.
2. The envoy delivered the message from the Prime Minister to the President of the neighboring country.
3. The United States envoy met with the Chinese officials to discuss trade relations.
4. The envoy was greeted by a large crowd of supporters upon his arrival.
5. She was sent as an envoy to negotiate a peace treaty between the two warring factions.