noun a group of persons selected to represent others, as at a conference or convention.The chieftain sent a delegation to initiate peace talks with the enemy. See the full entry
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complication
noun something that makes a situation more difficult or involved.The bad weather has caused a complication in our travel plans. See the full entry
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spectacular
adjective impressive or marvelous, especially to the eye.The spectacular set for the opera must have been very costly to build. See the full entry
integral
adjective being an essential part of the whole.Hydrogen is integral to the water molecule.Although a minor character, she is integral to the play.These columns are integral to the design. See the full…