recipient
What does "recipient" mean?
A recipient is a person or entity that receives something, whether it is a physical package, an email, or an award. The mental image is of someone with their hands outstretched or an inbox waiting to be filled, capturing the final destination of a transmission or gift. While the word is common, it carries a slightly formal or professional tone compared to simpler words like "receiver." It is most frequently used in administrative, legal, or technical contexts, such as describing the recipient of a scholarship, a kidney transplant, or a formal letter.
"recipient" in conversation
Office delivery
Who is the intended recipient of this package?
Who is the intended recipient of this package?
It's addressed to the marketing department.
It's addressed to the marketing department.
Used in a professional work setting.
Charity work
We need to verify the address of each recipient.
We need to verify the address of each recipient.
Got it, I'll update the database now.
Got it, I'll update the database now.
Common in organizational or logistical contexts.
"recipient" in a sentence
She was the recipient of the annual bravery award.
She was the recipient of the annual bravery award.
Ensure the recipient's email address is typed correctly before sending.
Ensure the recipient's email address is typed correctly before sending.
The organ recipient must follow a strict medication schedule for recovery.
The organ recipient must follow a strict medication schedule for recovery.
