Assignation

Pronunciation: /əˌsaɪnˈeɪʃən/

Definitions of assignation

noun an appointment or arrangement

Example Sentences

A1 An assignation is a meeting between two people.

A2 The assignation of tasks was done by the project manager.

B1 The assignation of roles in the play was carefully planned.

B2 The assignation of blame is not helpful in resolving the issue.

C1 The assignation of resources needs to be more efficient for the project to succeed.

C2 The assignation of duties among team members was based on their strengths and skills.

Examples of assignation in a Sentence

formal The assignation of tasks to team members must be done carefully to ensure efficiency.

informal I have an assignation with my boss later to discuss my performance review.

slang Let's ditch this meeting and go for a secret assignation at the coffee shop.

figurative The assignation of colors in the painting created a beautiful contrast.

Grammatical Forms of assignation

• past tense: assigned
• plural: assignations
• comparative: more assignation
• superlative: most assignation
• present tense: assigns
• future tense: will assign
• perfect tense: has assigned
• continuous tense: is assigning
• singular: assignation
• positive degree: assignation
• infinitive: to assign
• gerund: assigning
• participle: assigned

Origin and Evolution of assignation

First Known Use: 1400 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'assignation' originated from the Latin word 'assignatio', which means an appointment or assignment.

Evolution of the word: Originally used to refer to a formal appointment or assignment, 'assignation' has evolved to also mean a secret meeting, especially between lovers.