Synonyms of assignments

assignments

noun

plural of assignment

1

as in tasks

a piece of work that needs to be done regularly

his first newspaper assignment was writing obituaries

Synonyms & Similar Words

• tasks
• duties
• jobs
• projects
• chores
• missions
• responsibilities
• functions
• errands
• operations
• endeavors
• posts
• undertakings
• stints
• offices
• enterprises
• commissions
• routes
• care
• chares
• rounds
• circuits
• charges

2

as in missions

a specific task with which a person or group is charged

the spy team's assignment was to steal the plans for the nuclear reactor

Synonyms & Similar Words

• missions
• jobs
• duties
• responsibilities
• operations
• requirements
• posts
• details
• obligations
• briefs
• businesses
• charges
• offices
• works
• needs
• chores
• commitments
• appointments
• burdens
• errands
• promises
• constraints
• designations
• commissions
• nominations
• labors
• restraints
• pledges
• compulsions

3

as in lessons

something assigned to be read or studied

have you read the assignment for tomorrow?

Synonyms & Similar Words

• lessons
• readings
• homeworks
• lectures
• schoolwork
• exercises
• studies
• drills
• practices
• études

4

as in appointments

the state or fact of being chosen for a position or duty

her assignment to the board of directors was a point of considerable pride for her

Synonyms & Similar Words

• appointments
• jobs
• designations
• elections
• commissions
• positions
• nominations
• situations
• offices
• placements
• stations
• gigs
• billets
• rankings
• installments
• delegations
• authorizations
• spots
• investments
• installations
• places
• destinations
• choices
• selections
• inductions
• ordinations
• emplacements
• deputations
• investitures
• anointments

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• dismissals
• firings
• discharges
• expulsions
• rejections
• depositions
• dismissions
• removals
• evictions
• ejections
• blackballs
• overthrows
• ousters
• dethronements

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of assignments

Perhaps better health and shorter assignments will help Cabrera harness his high-end velocity and create greater separation between his fastball and a unique changeup. — Patrick Mooney, New York Times, 18 Aug. 2026

The new assignments could give Harris-Dawson a base of support the next time there’s a vote on his presidency. — Los Angeles Times, 15 Aug. 2026

Some of the younger guys that are new to the position, there were some inconsistencies, some missed assignments. — Barry Jackson, Miami Herald, 15 Aug. 2026

All crew members volunteer for these assignments and have received training in wildfire suppression tactics and safety protocols. — Stephen Underwood, Hartford Courant, 15 Aug. 2026

Most schools use online portals where parents can track test scores and access grades, attendance records, assignments and disciplinary notices. — Rebecca L. Palmer, The Orlando Sentinel, 14 Aug. 2026

True readiness isn't just potential; it's proven through stretch assignments that test their ability to navigate ambiguity, influence across functions, and operate with senior leadership judgment. — Roberta Matuson, Forbes.com, 12 Aug. 2026

Investigators later determined the pilot had previously been involved in prior drug smuggling assignments. — Colson Thayer, PEOPLE, 7 Aug. 2026

Welch, a Democrat from Hillside, has already removed Ammons from her committee assignments and barred her from House Democratic Caucus meetings. — Jeremy Gorner, Chicago Tribune, 6 Aug. 2026