Proxy

5 lettersnounmoderate

Updated June 2026

Definition

A person authorized to act for another, or the authority to act on behalf of someone else.

“He voted by proxy since he couldn't attend the meeting.”

Pronunciation

IPA

/ˈprɒk.si/

Syllables

prox·y

Related Words

Synonyms

representative agent substitute

Word Game Tips

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Wordle

Contains X and Y, uncommon letters that narrow options.

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Scrabble

Worth 16 points with high-value X (8 points).

Words Related to Proxy

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prexy prosy

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