Meaning of the word assign in English

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

assign

US /əˈsaɪn/

UK /əˈsaɪn/

to give someone a particular job or task

Example:

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The teacher will assign homework to the students.

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We need to assign roles for the new project.

Synonym:

allocate allot designate delegate entrust

to attribute something to someone or something

Example:

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They assigned the blame to the new employee.

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It's difficult to assign a precise value to the painting.

Synonym:

attribute ascribe impute credit