Word
ambassador
Meanings
A senior diplomat who officially represents a country in another country.
A person chosen to represent and promote an organization, cause, or brand in public.
Definition
An ambassador is a high-ranking official who represents a country in another country.
An ambassador is the top diplomatic representative a government sends to another country. They manage relations between the two states, communicate official messages, and support negotiations. The role often includes attending formal events and helping protect the interests of their country and citizens abroad.
Examples
- The ambassador met the prime minister to discuss regional security and climate cooperation.
- I spoke with the ambassador at a cultural event, and she answered my questions with surprising candor.
- After the crisis, they recalled their ambassador for consultations, signaling a sharp diplomatic rift.
- As an ambassador for the charity, he used his public profile to attract volunteers and media attention.
Common mistake
Learners sometimes confuse ambassador (a person) with embassy (the building or institution) and say “the ambassador is in the city center” when they mean “the embassy.”
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