Meaning & Definition of word "Committee"

Committee

/kəˈmɪti/

1. A group of people appointed for a specific function, typically consisting of members of a larger group.
- Example: The committee met to discuss the budget for the upcoming year.
2. A body of persons delegated to consider and take action on specific matters.
- Example: She was elected to serve on the environmental committee tasked with improving local parks.
3. An organized group of people who work together to accomplish a specific goal.
- Example: The fundraising committee worked tirelessly to organize the charity event.
4. A parliamentary sub-group that has certain responsibilities.
- Example: The committee on health will review the new healthcare proposals next week.

Late Latin 'committere', meaning 'to entrust, join together.'

executive committee:

A group within a larger committee that makes major decisions.

committee member:

An individual who is part of a committee.

standing committee:

A permanent committee responsible for a specific area of activity.

convene:

To gather or assemble for a meeting.

delegate:

To assign tasks or responsibilities to others.

consensus:

General agreement among a group.

Meaning: Crisis committee

Example Sentence: We're forming a crisis committee to handle the emergency.

Meaning: Kitchen cabinet

Example Sentence: The president relies on his kitchen cabinet for advice.