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appointee

n.
B2 Upper Intermediate US //əˈpɔɪnti// UK //ɐpˈɔɪntiː// ap·pointee

n. a person who is officially chosen for a specific job or position. This is often used for people who work for the government or a large organization.

n. a person who is officially selected for a position, office, or task. Often used in the context of public administration or corporate governance.


SIMPLE

The new appointee starts her job next Monday.

CONTEXTUAL

The board of directors met to discuss the qualifications of the new appointee for the chief executive position.

COMPLEX

While the appointee was chosen for her extensive legal expertise, critics argued that her lack of political experience would hinder her ability to navigate the complex regulatory landscape.

Synonyms
Origin

French appointé, from appointer.

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