appoint
Translation
to appoint, to assign, to set
Examples
They will appoint a new manager soon.
They will appoint a new manager soon.
Let's appoint a time to meet.
Let's set a time to meet.
Grammar Patterns
((sb.)) ((as sth. / to be sth.)) to choose sb. for a job or position. They will appoint her as the new manager.
((sth.)) to decide on a time or place for sth. Let's appoint a time to meet.
Similar Words
Synonyms: assign, designate, nominate, set, arrange
Etymology
From Old French 'apointier', meaning 'to arrange, settle'. It combines 'a-' (to) and 'point'.
Memory Tips
To 'appoint' someone to a position, you 'point' at them to choose them.