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reappoint

|re-ap-point|

/ˌriːəˈpɔɪnt/

appoint again

Etymology

Etymology Information

'reappoint' originates from Latin (as a prefix) and Old French (as the base verb), specifically the Latin prefix 're-' meaning 'again' and the Old French word 'apointer' (to appoint).

Historical Evolution

'appoint' came into English from Old French 'apointer' (Modern French 'appointer'/'appointer'), itself ultimately related to Latin root 'punctum' (point). The English verb 'reappoint' was formed by adding the Latin prefix 're-' to the inherited verb 'appoint', producing the modern English 'reappoint'.

Meaning Changes

Initially formed by combining 're-' (again) with 'appoint' (to assign to a post), it has retained its core meaning of 'to appoint again' into modern usage.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Noun 1

noun form (transformation of the base form): the act or instance of reappointing someone; the renewal of an appointment.

His reappointment was announced at the meeting.

Synonyms

reinstatementrenewal (of appointment)

Antonyms

dismissaltermination (of appointment)

Verb 1

to appoint someone to a position or office again; to give someone the same post for another term or period.

The board decided to reappoint her as director for another three-year term.

Synonyms