Meaning & Definition
verb
To allocate or designate a task, duty, or responsibility to someone.
She was assigned to lead the project team for the next six months.
To appoint someone to a specific role or position.
He was assigned as the new manager of the department.
To set aside or attribute a value or resource to someone or something.
The budget was assigned to various departments based on their needs.
Etymology
Derived from the prefix 'as-' meaning 'to' + 'sign' meaning 'mark', indicating a designation.
Common Phrases and Expressions
assigned task:
a specific duty given to someone
assigned seating:
pre-allocated seats in a venue
assigned roles:
designated functions given to individuals in a group
Slang Meanings