appointment
12 synonyms and 1 antonyms for appointment, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A prearranged meeting at a specific time.
Synonyms
Everyday swaps
Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Antonyms
How to use appointment
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From Old French appointement, from apointier ("to arrange, appoint"), plus -ment.
Full origin of appointment →Frequently asked questions
What does “appointment” mean?
The word “appointment” means a prearranged meeting at a specific time. In plain terms, a scheduled meeting, or the act of officially placing someone in a role.
How do you pronounce “appointment”?
“Appointment” is pronounced uh-POYNT-mehnt (/əˈpɔɪnt.mɛnt/ in IPA).
How do you use “appointment” in a sentence?
Here is “appointment” used in a sentence: “I have a dentist appointment at three o'clock.”
What is the opposite of “appointment”?
The opposite of “appointment” — its antonyms — is dismissal.
What part of speech is “appointment”?
“Appointment” is a noun.
Where does the word “appointment” come from?
The word “appointment” comes from Old French. From Old French appointement, from apointier ("to arrange, appoint"), plus -ment.
Is “appointment” a common word?
“Appointment” is a fairly common word in modern English, usually learned at around the A2 level.
How many meanings does “appointment” have?
“Appointment” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a prearranged meeting at a specific time.
What is the difference between an appointment and a meeting?
An appointment is usually a fixed, one-to-one arrangement at a set time, with a doctor, dentist, or adviser, booked in advance for you specifically. A meeting is broader, often involving several people to discuss or decide something. Every appointment is a kind of meeting, but not every meeting is an appointment.
What is the difference between an appointment and a reservation?
An appointment reserves someone's time; a professional agrees to see you at a set moment. A reservation holds a thing or place for you, such as a restaurant table, hotel room, or seat. You make an appointment with a person and a reservation for a resource.
What is an example of an appointment?
Typical examples include a doctor's or dentist's appointment, a haircut booked for a certain time, a meeting with a bank adviser, or a scheduled interview. In each case the key features are the same: a specific time, agreed in advance, set aside for you.