Thesaurus.com
Dictionary.com
Definitions

appoint

[uh-point] / əˈpɔɪnt /




Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

During his time in Parliament, he served as Minister for School Standards in the Department for Education and was appointed as deputy chairman of the Conservative Party last year.

From BBC

He went on to be appointed CBE for services to motor racing in 1978, two years before his death at the age of 80.

From BBC

Reddin's first major job was to appoint Tandy and it has been a baptism of fire in the first campaign for the new head coach.

From BBC

The director and anti-discrimination coordinators will be appointed by the governor and confirmed by the Legislature, likely after Jan. 1.

From Los Angeles Times

He said by appointing someone from the world of business, he was trying to address problems in local government.

From BBC