B2verbformalworkpolitics
US/əˈpɔɪnt/
UK/əˈpɔɪnt/
to choose someone officially for a job or position
In context
The company appointed a new director last month.
She was appointed head of the marketing department at just thirty.
The court appointed a lawyer to help him.
Words that go with appoint
verb + noun
- appoint a directorThe board will appoint a director in May.
- appoint a committeeThe council appointed a committee to study the plan.
adverb + adjective
- newly appointedThe newly appointed manager met the staff.
verb + preposition
- appointed asHe was appointed as team leader.
adverb + verb
- formally appointThe club formally appointed its new coach.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
I appointed with the doctor at 3 p.m.Correct: I have an appointment with the doctor at 3 p.m.