Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
designate
verb
/ˈdɛzɪɡneɪt/
Definition
To officially choose someone or something for a particular purpose.
Examples
- The manager will designate a team leader for the project.
- He was designated as the spokesperson for the event.
- The area was designated as a wildlife preserve.
Meaning
The act of marking or identifying someone or something for a specific role or task.
Synonyms
- appoint
- assign
- nominate
- label
