C1verb formal 2K

Appoint

🇬🇧 UK //əˈpɔɪnt// 🇺🇸 US //əˈpɔɪnt//

Meaning of Appoint

To officially choose someone for a position or role.

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

Appoint in a sentence

• 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.

How to use Appoint

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.

Related words

Collocations with Appoint

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

Synonyms for Appoint

• designate
• assign
• name
• select
• install

Opposites of Appoint

• dismiss
• remove
• revoke

Common mistakes with Appoint

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

Frequently asked questions about Appoint

What does Appoint mean?

To choose someone for a job or position.

What is the definition of Appoint?

To officially choose someone for a position or role.

How do you use Appoint in a sentence?

The board will appoint a new CEO next month.

Can you give another example of Appoint?

She was appointed as the head of marketing due to her outstanding performance.

What are synonyms for Appoint?

Common alternatives include designate, assign, name, select, install.

What is the opposite of Appoint?

Opposite meanings include dismiss, remove, revoke.

What words go with Appoint?

It commonly pairs with appoint a committee, appoint a representative, appoint a task.

What are common mistakes when using Appoint?

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

How do you pronounce Appoint?

US: //əˈpɔɪnt//, UK: //əˈpɔɪnt//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

Is Appoint formal or informal?

"Appoint" is formal, so it fits professional, business, or academic conversations.

When should I use Appoint?

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

What CEFR level is Appoint?

"Appoint" is at C1 level on the CEFR scale.