Appoint and Divest

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Appoint verb - To decide upon (the time or date for an event) usually from a position of authority.

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Divest is an antonym for appoint in equip topic.

Divest verb - To end the occupancy or possession of.

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Appoint is an antonym for divest.

Nearby Words: divestment, divesting

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