Pronunciation

/əˈpɔɪntmənt/

Definitions

• Noun: A scheduled meeting or engagement, usually with a specific time and purpose. For example: “I have a doctor’s appointment at 3 PM.”
• Verb: To schedule or make an arrangement for a meeting or event. For example: “I need to appointment a dentist visit for next week.”
• Verb: (informal) To confirm or secure a spot in advance. For example: “I’ll appointment that table for six o’clock.”

Phrases

• “Keep an appointment” means to be punctual and show up on time.
• “Miss an appointment” refers to not showing up for a scheduled event.
• “Reschedule an appointment” means to change the date or time of a previously planned meeting.

Example Sentences

• Noun: “She made several appointments with her lawyer to discuss her case.”
• Verb: “Don’t forget to appointment your hairdresser for next Friday.”
• Informal Verb: “I accidentally missed my dentist appointment this morning.”

Synonyms

• Engagement
• Appointment booking
• Scheduling
• Consultation
• Engagement slot
• Meeting arrangement

Antonyms

• Dismissal
• Cancellation
• Skipping (informal)