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How does the verb appoint contrast with its synonyms?

Some common synonyms of appoint are accoutre, equip, furnish, and outfit. While all these words mean "to supply one with what is needed," appoint implies provision of complete and usually elegant or elaborate equipment or furnishings.

a lavishly appointed apartment

When is it sensible to use accoutre instead of appoint?

While the synonyms accoutre and appoint are close in meaning, accoutre suggests the supplying of personal dress or equipment for a special activity.

fully accoutred members of a polar expedition

In what contexts can equip take the place of appoint?

The words equip and appoint can be used in similar contexts, but equip suggests the provision of something making for efficiency in action or use.

a fully equipped kitchen

When can furnish be used instead of appoint?

While in some cases nearly identical to appoint, furnish implies the provision of any or all essentials for performing a function.

a sparsely furnished apartment

Where would outfit be a reasonable alternative to appoint?

The synonyms outfit and appoint are sometimes interchangeable, but outfit implies provision of a complete list or set of articles as for a journey, an expedition, or a special occupation.

outfitted the family for a ski trip

Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of appoint Cox won a seat in the state House of Representatives in 2012, and was appointed to serve as lieutenant governor the following year. Daniel Bush, MSNBC Newsweek, 12 Sep. 2025 The company also appointed Jim Dausch as Chief Digital and Technology Officer. Fortune Editors, Fortune, 12 Sep. 2025 Online marketplace Etsy appointed Rafe Colburn as its new chief product and technology officer, effective September 8. Megan Poinski, Forbes.com, 11 Sep. 2025 The lab appointed Travis Mays as the new director. Stephanie Kuzydym, Louisville Courier Journal, 11 Sep. 2025 See All Example Sentences for appoint
Recent Examples of Synonyms for appoint
Verb
  • Beyond honoring Akil’s contributions, the evening sets the stage for the Hollywood Confidential College Tour launching later this fall.
    Okla Jones, Essence, 13 Sep. 2025
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    Peter White, Deadline, 12 Sep. 2025
Verb
  • Seth Rogen has been nominated for 9 Emmys, but his win for lead actor in a comedy series for his work on The Studio marks his first one.
    Olivia B. Waxman, Time, 15 Sep. 2025
  • At the Creative Arts Emmys ceremony in early September, Scott Glenn was nominated for an Outstanding Guest Actor in a Drama Series Emmy, which went to Shawn Hatosy for his turn in the HBO/HBO Max series The Pitt.
    Tim Lammers, Forbes.com, 15 Sep. 2025
Verb
  • Lauren chose a golden, super-cinched Schiaparelli gown, while Jeff wore a classic tuxedo.
    Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 13 Sep. 2025
  • This means regularly assessing your thinking skills, consciously choosing when to engage versus delegate mental tasks, and maintaining practices that keep your mind sharp.
    Cornelia C. Walther, Forbes.com, 12 Sep. 2025
Verb
  • Ratings are assigned in 10 percent increments.
    Aliss Higham, MSNBC Newsweek, 18 Sep. 2025
  • It had been recommended that Epstein have a cellmate after being taken off suicide watch, but the Metropolitan Correctional Center failed to assign one.
    Lauren Green, The Washington Examiner, 17 Sep. 2025
Verb
  • Martinez was designated for assignment by the Blue Jays last week as the team needed to clear a 40-man roster spot.
    Noah Camras, MSNBC Newsweek, 16 Sep. 2025
  • Capitol Reef was designated an International Dark Sky Park in 2015, and autumn's cool, clear nights are a great time to go constellation spotting.
    Patricia Doherty, Travel + Leisure, 16 Sep. 2025
Verb
  • While portfolio credit quality showed signs of stabilizing in the most recent quarter, one quarter doesn’t constitute a comeback.
    Brett Owens, Forbes.com, 13 Sep. 2025
  • What constitutes an unacceptable season for the Yankees these days, and how much does Boone bear responsibility when the team doesn't perform up to those standards?
    Jackson Roberts, MSNBC Newsweek, 12 Sep. 2025
Verb
  • All products featured on Glamour are independently selected by our editors.
    Grace McCarty, Glamour, 15 Sep. 2025
  • On the app, riders can select from several destinations, such as Resorts World Las Vegas, AREA15, Topgolf, and other resort and entertainment properties.
    Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 14 Sep. 2025
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  • Check out our top picks below with trendy and timeless looks starting at just $25.
    Caley Sturgill, Southern Living, 18 Sep. 2025
  • They were picked to finish 15th in the 17-team conference.
    Kirk Kenney, San Diego Union-Tribune, 17 Sep. 2025

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“Appoint.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/appoint. Accessed 19 Sep. 2025.

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