Syndic
/ˈsɪn.dɪk/noun
A representative or agent chosen to act for a group, especially in an official or administrative role.
Did you know?Syndic comes from Greek syn- (“with”) + dike (“justice”), and that same dike root also gave English words tied to law and judgment, making it a quietly legal word with an ancient moral charge.
Etymological Timeline
Ancient Greek
Greek
sýndikos
“An advocate or representative who helps with a legal case or speaks on behalf of others.”
Late Latin
Latin
syndicus
“A legal representative or agent of a community or corporation.”
Old French
Old French
syndic
“A municipal or corporate official acting for a group.”
Middle English
English
syndic
“An official representative, especially in civic or ecclesiastical contexts.”
Modern English
English
syndic
“A person appointed to represent or administer the affairs of a group.”