Assign: meaning, definitions and examples

Used when giving a specific task or responsibility to someone.

• I was assigned the task of organizing the team meeting
• The teacher assigned homework to the students

Used when distributing resources or duties among a group or towards a purpose.

• The manager allocated funds for the new project
• We need to allocate more time to this task

Used when giving someone the authority to carry out a specific task or duty, often one of your own.

• You should delegate some of your tasks to your team members
• The manager delegated the responsibility of the report to Jane

Used when officially selecting someone for a position or role.

• She was appointed as the new CEO of the company
• The president appointed a new ambassador

Best used when giving someone a particular duty or responsibility.

• The manager will assign the new project to the most experienced team.
• Teachers often assign homework to students.

A piece of work that needs to be done, often part of a larger project.

• Completing the budget report is a challenging task.
• He was given the task of organizing the company picnic.

Typically refers to a planned piece of work that has a specific goal and is often for an extended period.

• We are starting a new project to develop eco-friendly packaging.
• This project aims to improve the city's infrastructure.

General term for activities involving mental or physical effort done to achieve a result.

• She has a lot of work to finish before the deadline.
• His work involves data analysis.