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appointment

[əˈpɔɪntmənt]

appointment Definition

  • 1an arrangement to meet someone at a particular time and place
  • 2a job or position of responsibility

Using appointment: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "appointment" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    I have an appointment with my doctor at 2 pm.

  • Example

    She made an appointment to see the dentist next week.

  • Example

    He was offered an appointment as CEO of the company.

  • Example

    The appointment of the new manager was announced yesterday.

appointment Synonyms and Antonyms

Phrases with appointment

  • to attend a previously arranged meeting or engagement

    Example

    I'm sorry, I can't go out tonight. I have to keep an appointment with my boss.

  • to fail to attend a previously arranged meeting or engagement

    Example

    I missed my appointment with the hairdresser because I overslept.

  • a job or position in government that is given to someone based on their political connections rather than their qualifications

    Example

    Many people criticized the president for making political appointments instead of choosing the most qualified candidates.

Origins of appointment

from Old French 'apointement', meaning 'a decision'

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Summary: appointment in Brief

An 'appointment' [əˈpɔɪntmənt] refers to an arrangement to meet someone at a particular time and place, such as a meeting with a doctor or a business engagement. It can also mean a job or position of responsibility, like the appointment of a new CEO. Phrases like 'keep an appointment' and 'miss an appointment' describe attending or failing to attend a previously arranged meeting. 'Political appointment' refers to a job or position in government given based on political connections rather than qualifications.

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