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ambassador

/æmˈbæs.ə.dɚ/
am · bas · sa · dor
Adverb:ambassadorially
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Plural:ambassadors
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Adjective:ambassadorial
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• noun

1

An accredited diplomat sent by a country as its official, highest-ranking permanent representative to a foreign nation or international organization.

Example

"The newly appointed ambassador presented her diplomatic credentials to the head of state at the presidential palace."

2

A person who acts as an authorized or unofficial representative, promoter, or advocate for a particular activity, cause, organization, or brand.

Example

"The retired Olympic swimmer now serves as a global goodwill ambassador for clean water initiatives."

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Word Origin & Etymology

Borrowed in the late 14th century from Anglo-French and Old French 'ambassadeur', via Old Occitan or Old Italian from Medieval Latin 'ambactia' (a mission or service), which ultimately derives from Gaulish 'ambactos', meaning a servant or retainer sent around on a lord's behalf.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Ambassador. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/ambassador
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