appoint
11 antonyms and opposites of appoint, grouped by meaning.
Verb — To choose someone officially for a job or role.
Antonyms
How to use appoint
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From Old French apointier, "to arrange, prepare," from Late Latin appunctare, "to fix a point," from Latin ad- + punctum, "a point."
Full origin of appoint →Frequently asked questions
What does “appoint” mean?
The word “appoint” means to choose someone officially for a job or role. In plain terms, to officially pick someone for a role, or to fix a set time for something.
How do you pronounce “appoint”?
“Appoint” is pronounced uh-POYNT (/əˈpɔɪnt/ in IPA).
How do you use “appoint” in a sentence?
Here is “appoint” used in a sentence: “The board appointed her as the new chief executive.”
What is another word for “appoint”?
Words with a similar meaning to “appoint” include accredit, allot, assign, choose, command and decide.
What is the opposite of “appoint”?
The opposite of “appoint” — its antonyms — are decline, disallow, dismiss, fire and ignore.
What part of speech is “appoint”?
“Appoint” is a verb.
Where does the word “appoint” come from?
The word “appoint” comes from Late Latin. From Old French apointier, "to arrange, prepare," from Late Latin appunctare, "to fix a point," from Latin ad- + punctum, "a point.".
Is “appoint” a common word?
“Appoint” is a fairly common word in modern English, usually learned at around the B1 level.
What is the difference between appoint and elect?
Appoint means someone is chosen for a role by a person or body with the authority to do so, such as a manager appointing a new director. Elect means the choice is made through a vote, typically by a wider group of people. Appointed positions and elected positions are often distinguished in politics and organizations for this reason.
What is the difference between appoint and hire?
Appoint is often used for formal, official, or senior roles, such as appointing a judge or a board member, and can also mean setting a time or place for a meeting. Hire is a more general, everyday word for bringing someone into a paid job at any level.
Can appoint be used for setting a date, not just a person?
Yes, appoint can mean to fix or set a time or place for something, as in "they appointed a date for the trial." This sense is less common in everyday speech but still standard in formal or legal English.