Meaning of appointed in English

1. Pronunciation

   /əˈpɔɪn(t)əd/

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1. Classifying Adjective

   appointed

   Definitions

   1. selected for a job

   Examples

   • « the one appointed for guard duty »

   Synonyms

   • assigned
2. 2. fixed or established especially by order or command

   Examples

   • « at the time appointed (or the appointed time) »

   Synonyms

   • settled
3. 3. provided with furnishing and accessories (especially of a tasteful kind)

   Examples

   • « a house that is beautifully appointed »

   Synonyms

   • furnished
   • equipped

4. Qualitative Adjective

   appointed

   Definitions

   1. subject to appointment

   Synonyms

   • nominated
   • nominative
   • nonelective

   Antonyms

   • elective
   • elected