Apoint vs. Appoint: What's the Difference?
Edited by Sumera Saeed || By Sawaira Riaz || Published on October 2, 2023
"Apoint" is an incorrect spelling. The correct term is "Appoint," meaning to designate or assign a role or responsibility.
Which is correct: Apoint or Appoint
How to spell Appoint?
Apoint is Incorrect
Appoint is Correct
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Key Differences
Remember "appoint" has two 'p's just like "apple."
Sawaira Riaz
Oct 02, 2023
Think of the word "appointment" which also has double 'p's.
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Oct 02, 2023
To point out someone for a role, you "appoint" with two 'p's.
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Oct 02, 2023
Double the 'p' to properly assign a position.
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Oct 02, 2023
"Appoint" has a pair of 'p's to pick a person for a post.
Harlon Moss
Oct 02, 2023
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Apoint and Appoint Definitions
Appoint
To decide or establish a specific time for an event or action.
They appoint 10 a.m. for the meeting.
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Sep 07, 2023
Appoint
To equip or furnish, often in terms of providing something with the necessary items.
The committee was appointed with all necessary materials for the event.
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Sep 07, 2023
Appoint
To determine or fix decisively.
The judge will appoint a date for the next hearing.
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Appoint
To select or designate to fill an office or a position
Appointed her the chief operating officer of the company.
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Sep 06, 2023
Appoint
To fix or set by authority or by mutual agreement
Will appoint a date for the examination.
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Appoint
(Law) To direct the disposition of (property) to a person or persons in exercise of a power granted for this purpose by a preceding deed.
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Appoint
(transitive) To set, fix or determine (a time or place for something such as a meeting, or the meeting itself) by authority or agreement.
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Appoint
(transitive) To furnish or equip (a place) completely; to provide with all the equipment or furnishings necessary; to fit out.
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Appoint
(transitive) To equip (someone) with (something); to assign (someone) authoritatively (some equipment).
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Appoint
To fix the disposition of (property) by designating someone to take use of (it).
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Appoint
To fix with power or firmness by decree or command; to ordain or establish.
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Appoint
To fix with power or firmness; to establish; to mark out.
When he appointed the foundations of the earth.
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Appoint
To fix by a decree, order, command, resolve, decision, or mutual agreement; to constitute; to ordain; to prescribe; to fix the time and place of.
Thy servants are ready to do whatsoever my lord the king shall appoint.
He hath appointed a day, in the which he will judge the world in righteousness.
Say that the emperor request a parley . . . and appoint the meeting.
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Appoint
To assign, designate, or set apart by authority.
Aaron and his shall go in, and appoint them every one to his service.
These were cities appointed for all the children of Israel, and for the stranger that sojourneth among them.
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Appoint
To furnish in all points; to provide with everything necessary by way of equipment; to equip; to fit out.
The English, being well appointed, did so entertain them that their ships departed terribly torn.
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Appoint
To point at by way, or for the purpose, of censure or commendation; to arraign.
Appoint not heavenly disposition.
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Appoint
To direct, designate, or limit; to make or direct a new disposition of, by virtue of a power contained in a conveyance; - said of an estate already conveyed.
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Appoint
To ordain; to determine; to arrange.
For the Lord had appointed to defeat the good counsel of Ahithophel.
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Appoint
Assign a duty, responsibility or obligation to;
He was appointed deputy manager
She was charged with supervising the creation of a concordance
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Appoint
To designate or assign someone to a position or role.
The president will appoint a new ambassador to France.
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FAQs
Why is it called Appoint?
It's called "appoint" because it derives from the Latin word "appointare," which means to fix or decide.
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Oct 02, 2023
Which vowel is used before Appoint?
The vowel "a" is used as in "an appointee."
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Oct 02, 2023
Which article is used with Appoint?
"An" or "the" can be used, depending on context.
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Oct 02, 2023
Which conjunction is used with Appoint?
Conjunctions such as "and" or "or" can be used, depending on context.
Janet White
Oct 02, 2023
Is Appoint a vowel or consonant?
"Appoint" is a word made up of both vowels and consonants.
Janet White
Oct 02, 2023
What is a stressed syllable in Appoint?
The second syllable "point" is stressed.
Sara Rehman
Oct 02, 2023
What is the plural form of Appoint?
Verbs don't have a plural form. However, "appointments" can be a plural noun related to "appoint."
Harlon Moss
Oct 02, 2023
How do we divide Appoint into syllables?
Appoint can be divided as ap-point.
Aimie Carlson
Oct 02, 2023
Which determiner is used with Appoint?
Determiners like "this" or "that" can be used, e.g., "this appointment."
Aimie Carlson
Oct 02, 2023
Is Appoint a countable noun?
"Appoint" is primarily a verb. Its related noun "appointment" can be countable.
Aimie Carlson
Oct 02, 2023
How is Appoint used in a sentence?
Example: "The board will appoint a new CEO next
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Oct 02, 2023
Is Appoint an abstract noun?
No, but "appointment" can be considered abstract as it refers to an arrangement.
Harlon Moss
Oct 02, 2023
Is Appoint a negative or positive word?
"Appoint" is neutral, though context can affect its connotation.
Sara Rehman
Oct 02, 2023
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Sawaira RiazSawaira is a dedicated content editor at difference.wiki, where she meticulously refines articles to ensure clarity and accuracy. With a keen eye for detail, she upholds the site's commitment to delivering insightful and precise content.
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Sumera SaeedSumera is an experienced content writer and editor with a niche in comparative analysis. At Diffeence Wiki, she crafts clear and unbiased comparisons to guide readers in making informed decisions. With a dedication to thorough research and quality, Sumera's work stands out in the digital realm. Off the clock, she enjoys reading and exploring diverse cultures.
