English dictionary

appoint

/@/'p//Oi//nt/

Definitions, examples, synonyms and antonyms from WordNet 3.0.

verb

create and charge with a task or function

verb.social

Synonyms constitute name nominate

Source: WordNet 3.0
assign a duty, responsibility or obligation to

verb.social

Examples
He was appointed deputy manager.

Synonyms charge

Source: WordNet 3.0
furnish

verb.possession

Examples
A beautifully appointed house.

Source: WordNet 3.0
To fix with power or firmness; to establish; to mark out.

verb

Source: webster1913
To ordain; to determine; to arrange.

verb

Source: webster1913