# deputize

> English word · Verb · IPA /ˈdɛpjətaɪz/

## Definitions
1. To officially empower, authorize, pronounce, and establish (someone) to be a deputy.
2. to officially empower and authorize (someone) to act as a substitute in one's role or office
3. To act as a substitute for a person in their role or office

## Etymology
From deputy + -ize.

## Source
Compiled from Wiktionary via kaikki.org (CC BY-SA). Data vintage: 2026-05-06.
Canonical page: https://plainspell.com/en/word/deputize