Appoint and Expel

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Appoint verb - To pick (someone) by one's authority for a specific position or duty.

Usage example: was appointed to the council on national security

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Expel is an antonym for appoint.

Expel verb - To drive or force out.

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Appoint is an antonym for expel.

Nearby Words: expelled, expelling

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