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

Often a managing agent is appointed by the freeholder.

From BBC

Elon Musk, who Trump appointed to lead a new Department of Government Efficiency agency, has said that he has a prescription for ketamine, a psychedelic-like anesthetic, and has discussed using other psychedelics.

From Salon

Earlier on Friday, Trump confirmed reports that Project 2025 architect Russ Vought would lead the Office of Management and Budget and appointed hedge fund manager Scott Bessent to serve as Treasury secretary.

From Salon

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

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