appointed

[ uh-poin-tid ]

adjective

1. by, through, or as a result of an appointment (often in contrast with elected ):

   an appointed official.

2. predetermined; arranged; set:

   They met at the appointed time in the appointed place.

3. provided with what is necessary; equipped; furnished:

   a beautifully appointed office.

Other Words From

• quasi-ap·pointed adjective
• unap·pointed adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of appointed¹

First recorded in 1525–35; appoint + -ed ²

Synonym Study

See furnish.

Example Sentences

One of them, dismissing the case on the fringe theory that Smith was not properly appointed as special counsel, is pending before the U.S. 11th Circuit Court of Appeals.

From Los Angeles Times

This year North Wales Police appointed a stalking co-ordinator and detective sergeant alongside.

From BBC

Experienced charity professional Mr Gilbert was appointed to take over as chief executive from Mrs Ingram-Moore and ran the charity for five months before it was mothballed due to the charity commission investigation.

From BBC

“We must dismantle the censorship cartel and restore free speech rights for everyday Americans,” Carr wrote on X after Trump appointed him.

From Los Angeles Times

But if Vought is appointed and confirmed by the Senate, he will once again be working in an office that he has sought to drastically downsize.

From Salon

Related Words

• selected