appointment
Pronunciation
Noun
B1 Intermediate
Quick answer
An arrangement to meet someone or be somewhere at a set time, or the act of assigning someone to a job.
Synonyms and antonyms
Synonyms
Test yourself
Which word fits the gap? "She has a dentist _____ on Thursday afternoon."
Answer: appointment
In your own words, what does "appointment" mean?
An arrangement to meet someone or be somewhere at a set time, or the act of assigning someone to a job.
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