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Appoint

Verb / ʌˈpɔɪnt / Another word for appoint — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

To select or designate someone for a position, task, or honor.

Synonyms & similar words

constitute charge name nominate name nominate designate elect choose assign delegate commission authorize empower ordain install induct enlist recruit hire employ contract engagement

Synonyms by register

Formal

designate nominate assign ordain

Informal

pick choose name set up

Literary

consecrate install

Antonyms

dismiss remove discharge reject displace fire depose

Common collocations

  • appoint a committee
  • appoint a successor
  • appoint a time
  • appoint a place
  • appoint someone to a position
  • appoint a director
  • appoint a chairman

Word family

noun appointment
verb appoint
adjective appointive

Usage note

Appoint is often used in formal contexts for selecting someone for a role or position. It can also be used for setting a specific time or place for a meeting.

Example sentences

  1. The president will appoint a new Supreme Court justice.
  2. The teacher will appoint a new class monitor.
  3. The coach will appoint a new team captain.
  4. The committee will appoint a new chairperson.
  5. The company will appoint a new CEO.

Quotes

  • The best way to find out if you can trust somebody is to trust them. - Ernest Hemingway
  • I don't trust people who don't love themselves and tell me, 'I love you.' ... There is an African saying which is: Be careful when a naked person offers you a shirt. - Maya Angelou
  • Trust is like a vase, once it's broken, though you can fix it, the vase will never be same again. - Walter Anderson

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