English-English Dictionary

Meaning of the word assigned in English

What does assigned mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

assigned

Verb

1.

allocate (a job or duty).

Example:
•
his leader assigned him this mission
Synonym:
allocate allot give set
2.

designate or set (something) aside for a specific purpose.

Example:
•
managers happily assign large sums of money to travel budgets
Synonym:
earmark appropriate designate set aside set apart keep reserve allot allocate apportion fix appoint determine specify stipulate hypothecate
Learn This Word at Lingoland
Related Word:
assignment assign