Committee

/kəˈmɪti/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A group of people appointed for a specific function, typically consisting of members of a larger group.

The committee met to discuss the budget for the upcoming year.

A body of persons delegated to consider and take action on specific matters.

She was elected to serve on the environmental committee tasked with improving local parks.

An organized group of people who work together to accomplish a specific goal.

The fundraising committee worked tirelessly to organize the charity event.

A parliamentary sub-group that has certain responsibilities.

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.

Crisis committee

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

Kitchen cabinet

The president relies on his kitchen cabinet for advice.