Synonyms of appoint

Verb


1. appoint, name, nominate, constitute, establish, found, plant, constitute, institute

usage: create and charge with a task or function; "nominate a committee"

2. appoint, charge

usage: assign a duty, responsibility or obligation to; "He was appointed deputy manager"; "She was charged with supervising the creation of a concordance"

3. appoint, equip, fit, fit out, outfit

usage: furnish; "a beautifully appointed house"

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