noun

reassignment

Reassignment (noun) means the act of assigning someone or something again, often to a different role. Example: “Her reassignment to the London office came as a surprise.”

noun

The act of assigning someone or something again, often to a different role.

"Her reassignment to the London office came as a surprise."

How to use reassignment

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishThe act or process of giving someone a new role, task, or location after an earlier one.

Common pairings

job reassignment staff reassignment

Word forms

reassignments plural

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Rhymes for reassignment

alignment assignment arraignment consignment

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Frequently asked questions

What does “reassignment” mean?

The word “reassignment” means the act of assigning someone or something again, often to a different role. In plain terms, the act or process of giving someone a new role, task, or location after an earlier one.

How do you use “reassignment” in a sentence?

Here is “reassignment” used in a sentence: “Her reassignment to the London office came as a surprise.”

What part of speech is “reassignment”?

“Reassignment” is a noun.

What is the meaning of reassignment?

"reassignment" (noun) means the act of assigning someone or something again, often to a different role.