Word
appoint
Meanings
to officially choose someone for a job or role
to arrange or set a time and place for a meeting or event
Definition
To appoint someone is to officially choose them for a job or role.
To appoint means to formally select or name someone for a particular position, often by someone with authority. It can also mean to arrange a specific time or place for a meeting. The word is common in professional and official contexts, where decisions are recorded or announced.
Examples
- The board decided to appoint Maya as interim director while the search continued.
- After months of delays, I was finally appointed to the review committee by the dean.
- They will appoint an external mediator to chair the discussions and keep them on track.
- The clinic can appoint a convenient time for your follow-up if you call ahead.
Common mistake
Learners often confuse "appoint" (officially choose or schedule) with "apply" (request a job) and incorrectly say "appoint for a job."
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