ambassador
Translation
ambassador, envoy, representative
Examples
She was appointed ambassador to France.
She was appointed ambassador to France.
He is a good ambassador for the sport.
He is a good ambassador for the sport.
Grammar Patterns
ambassador to ((sth.)) a diplomatic official representing their country in (sth.) She is the ambassador to Spain.
ambassador for ((sth.)) a representative or promoter of (sth.) He is a goodwill ambassador for the UN.
Similar Words
Synonyms: envoy, diplomat, representative
Etymology
From Old French 'ambassadeur', from Latin 'ambactus' (servant), meaning 'one who goes about'.
Memory Tips
Think of an ambassador as someone who 'passes' messages between two (ambi-) countries.