Choose the perfect synonym or antonym for the word A segment or division of a larger organization, typically responsible for specific tasks or activities. Synonyms:
Antonyms:
This word has no antonyms Examples:
She works in the sales department.The police department is just down the street.
Etymology:
From Old French departement, derived from departir meaning to divide or separate, tracing back to the Latin dispertire.
Usage Statistics:
182 mentions per 1 million words
Very Often
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