commissioner
Translation
commissioner, official, head of department
Examples
The police commissioner addressed the press.
The police commissioner addressed the press.
She was appointed as a commissioner for human rights.
She was appointed as a commissioner for human rights.
Grammar Patterns
((commissioner)) of/for ((sth.)) an official in charge of a government department or other organization The commissioner of public safety held a press conference.
Similar Words
Synonyms: official, administrator, representative, delegate
Etymology
From 'commission' + the agent suffix '-er'. 'Commission' comes from Latin 'committere' (to entrust). A commissioner is one who is 'entrusted' with a duty.
Memory Tips
Think of someone given a 'mission' to lead a 'commission' or committee.