English Synonym Finder

appoint

Definitions

To assign a job or role to someone.

To decide on or set a time or place for an event.

Examples

The board decided to appoint a new director to lead the company's expansion.

The committee will appoint a representative to oversee the project's progress.

It is the president's responsibility to appoint judges to the supreme court.

Synonyms

designate nominate assign select choose name commission

Antonyms

dismiss fire discharge remove terminate sack oust