Synonyms for Appointment

Definition of appointment

noun
  1. the act of putting a person into a non-elective position; "the appointment had to be approved by the whole committee"
  2. a meeting arranged in advance; "she asked how to avoid kissing at the end of a date"
  3. (usually plural) furnishings and equipment (especially for a ship or hotel)

7 synonyms found

Writing tips for "appointment"

Choosing the right synonym depends on context, tone, and audience. Words like appointee, assignment, date can replace "appointment" depending on the shade of meaning you need. In poetry and songwriting, swapping synonyms lets you match a rhyme scheme or meter without changing your meaning. In prose, varying your word choice avoids repetition and keeps readers engaged.

With 7 alternatives available, "appointment" gives you flexibility across registers — from formal to casual, from literary to conversational. Try pairing these synonyms with our rhyme finder to discover words that both mean and sound like what you need.

"Appointment" in song lyrics

See how appointment is used in real songs:

  • "But Mister Smits, I slept through my appointment"
    Aesop Rock — Battery
  • "You wanna meet me ho, don't beep me, make a goddamn appointment"
    Ant Banks f/ Bad N-Fluenz — Pimp Style Gangstas
  • "Irkin me, for an appointment"
    The Beatnuts f/ Willie Stubz, Swinger — Muchachacha

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