Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
appoint
verb
/əˈpɔɪnt/
Definition
To assign someone to a specific position or role.
Examples
- The committee decided to appoint a new chairperson.
- She was appointed as the project manager last week.
- They need to appoint a representative to attend the conference.
Meaning
The act of officially naming someone to a job or duty.
Synonyms
- designate
- nominate
- assign
- install
- authorize
