Synonyms

spokesperson

American

[spohks-pur-suhn] / ˈspoʊksˌpɜr sən /

noun

a person who speaks for another or for a group.

Gender

See -person.

Etymology

Origin of spokesperson

First recorded in 1970–75; spokes(man) + -person

Vocabulary lists containing spokesperson

Media Literacy - Middle School

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Conventions, Writing, and Speaking & Listening, Unit 3

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Example Sentences

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“This behavior does not reflect the standards, expectations, or policies of our department,” a spokesperson for the sheriff’s office said.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 12, 2026

A spokesperson for the U.A.E. said the country has “diverse, integrated, and multilayered air defense systems” and “a robust strategic stockpile of munitions.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 12, 2026

"Naturally, from the beginning we should not have expected to reach an agreement in a single session. No one had such an expectation," ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baqaei said, according to state broadcaster IRIB.

From Barron's • Apr. 12, 2026

A Scottish government spokesperson said: "As this is a live planning application, it would not be appropriate to comment."

From BBC • Apr. 11, 2026

“Fame and glory! The winner will become my new spokesperson and will star in all of my holiday promotions.”

From "Escape from Mr. Lemoncello's Library" by Chris Grabenstein

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