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appointment

NounSuru VerbTransitive Verb

Definitions

1. appointment (to a position, job, etc.)
2. being used for a role

This noun and verb refer to the act of selecting and appointing someone, often someone relatively new or unexpected, for an important role or position. It carries a nuance of actively choosing to give someone a chance, and is frequently used in sports, business, and entertainment contexts.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

Apparently they've shifted policy to "appoint based on fit, not track record."

Sentence 2

We brought in outside talent to get the new business off the ground.

Sentence 3

"I'm appointing you as editor-in-chief" — hearing that made me stand up straight!

Sentence 4

Is my boss actually serious about putting me in this role?

Sentence 5

With everything falling apart at the end of the term, we had no choice but to bring in a temporary lead!