appoint

verb

ə-ˈpȯint How to pronounce appoint (audio)
Definition of appointnext
1
as in to set
to decide upon (the time or date for an event) usually from a position of authority at the appointed hour we were in our places

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2
as in to nominate
to pick (someone) by one's authority for a specific position or duty was appointed to the council on national security

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How does the verb appoint contrast with its synonyms?

Some common synonyms of appoint are accoutre, equip, furnish, and outfit. While all these words mean "to supply one with what is needed," appoint implies provision of complete and usually elegant or elaborate equipment or furnishings.

a lavishly appointed apartment

When is it sensible to use accoutre instead of appoint?

While the synonyms accoutre and appoint are close in meaning, accoutre suggests the supplying of personal dress or equipment for a special activity.

fully accoutred members of a polar expedition

In what contexts can equip take the place of appoint?

The words equip and appoint can be used in similar contexts, but equip suggests the provision of something making for efficiency in action or use.

a fully equipped kitchen

When can furnish be used instead of appoint?

While in some cases nearly identical to appoint, furnish implies the provision of any or all essentials for performing a function.

a sparsely furnished apartment

Where would outfit be a reasonable alternative to appoint?

The synonyms outfit and appoint are sometimes interchangeable, but outfit implies provision of a complete list or set of articles as for a journey, an expedition, or a special occupation.

outfitted the family for a ski trip

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Recent Examples of appoint Gambhir was appointed as India’s head coach in July 2024, succeeding his former teammate Rahul Dravid. —Paul Newman, New York Times, 29 July 2025 Grace is an experienced prosecutor whom New Jersey judges formally appointed to replace Habba as U.S. attorney. —Alison Durkee, Forbes.com, 28 July 2025 His daughter, Fawn Rose, was appointed co-administrator of the estate alongside Amber Fiechtner, a Nevada resident. —Daniel Libit, Sportico.com, 28 July 2025 Authorities working on the project, which has faced delays and budget overruns, have been reviewing the scope and feasibility of the giga project and appointed a new CEO for that purpose. —Amira El-Fekki‎, MSNBC Newsweek, 15 July 2025 See All Example Sentences for appoint
Recent Examples of Synonyms for appoint
  1. set
  2. nominate
  3. choose
  4. assign
  5. designate
  6. constitute
  7. select
  8. pick
Verb
  • Tonight the castle was lit up like a movie set with klieg lights and scores of Cinecittà extras vamping as cardinals.
    — Nicole Phelps, Vogue, 15 July 2025
  • Marie Nino, a professional hairstylist based in New York City, recommends Virtue Flourish’s shampoo and conditioner set for reinforcing strands without leaving them feeling coated or crunchy.
    — Malia Griggs, Glamour, 15 July 2025
Definition of set
Verb
  • Jimmy nominated Adrian Rocha, Keanu Soto and Kelley Jorgensen for eviction.
    — David Wysong, The Enquirer, 24 July 2025
  • Trump had previously nominated former Congress member Dave Weldon from Florida.
    — Beth Mole, ArsTechnica, 24 July 2025
Definition of nominate
Verb
  • Southwest passengers now have to choose between four different price tiers of tickets when booking a flight: Basic, Choice, Choice Preferred, Choice Extra.
    — Maia Pandey, jsonline.com, 23 July 2025
  • Aimee, the couple's oldest child, chose not to be involved in the series.
    — Julie Tremaine, People.com, 22 July 2025
Definition of choose
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  • Islam, who had joined the NYPD three and a half years ago, was assigned to this precinct.
    — Dakin Andone, CNN Money, 30 July 2025
  • The Education Agency assigns a letter grade to campuses and districts based on a formula, which involves student achievement, growth, college readiness and other factors.
    — Keri Heath, Austin American Statesman, 30 July 2025
Definition of assign
Verb
  • Veteran reliever Ryan Pressly was designated for assignment to create a roster spot for Rogers.
    — Meghan Montemurro, Chicago Tribune, 1 Aug. 2025
  • In a corresponding move, RHP Ryan Pressly has been designated for assignment.
    — Patrick Mooney, New York Times, 1 Aug. 2025
Definition of designate
Verb
  • These activities constitute a serious violation of copyright law and other applicable laws and regulations.
    — Paul Tassi, Forbes.com, 28 July 2025
  • Apple has introduced major changes to the age rating system for the App Store, allowing users to get more granular suggestions about what constitutes age-appropriate content.
    — PC Magazine, PC Magazine, 27 July 2025
Definition of constitute
Verb
  • However, the price of this resurrection is horrifying: the ritual requires numerous human sacrifices, with each victim selected for specific body parts that will complete the divine vessel.
    — Isabella Wandermurem, Time, 25 July 2025
  • More key members of the team tasked with bringing the East Bank development to life have been selected, and a construction timeline is emerging.
    — Molly Davis, The Tennessean, 25 July 2025
Definition of select
Verb
  • My open squad especially looks better than my ADP team picks now that the troubling timeline for Joe Mixon’s injury has been reported.
    — Jay Felicio, New York Times, 1 Aug. 2025
  • Dempsey would leave the area and avoid arrest for another six weeks, until the California Highway Patrol picked him up in mid-August 2024, court records show.
    — Nate Gartrell, Mercury News, 1 Aug. 2025
Definition of pick

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“Appoint.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/appoint. Accessed 5 Aug. 2025.

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