C1verb formal 2K

Appoint

UK //əˈpɔɪnt// US //əˈpɔɪnt// Pronunciation

Definition

To officially choose someone for a position or role.

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In simple words: To choose someone for a job or position.

Examples

• The board will appoint a new CEO next month.
• She was appointed as the head of marketing due to her outstanding performance.
• The president decided to appoint a special advisor on climate change.
• They hope to appoint someone with experience in international relations.
• He was appointed to the committee after a long selection process.

Usage notes

Typically used in formal contexts like hiring or assigning roles. Not suitable for informal conversations.

Grammar pattern

appoint + object + complement

Memory hint

Think of an 'appointment' where someone is chosen for a specific task.

Collocations

• appoint a committee
• appoint a representative
• appoint a task

Synonyms

• designate
• assign
• name
• select
• install

Antonyms

• dismiss
• remove
• revoke

Common mistakes

• Confusing with 'appoint' vs 'assign'; appoint is for formal roles.
• Using 'appoint' without an accompanying object.
• Incorrectly conjugating 'appoint' in different tenses.