Nomination (en. Appointment)

/nɔ.mi.na.sjɔ̃/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
noun
Action of naming someone to a position or title.
The nomination of this candidate was announced at the conference.
La nomination de ce candidat a été annoncée lors de la conférence.
Proposal of someone for an award or recognition.
His nomination for the Oscars surprised everyone.
Sa nomination aux Oscars a surpris tout le monde.
Official designation emanating from an authority.
The nomination of the new director was received with enthusiasm.
La nomination du nouveau directeur a été accueillie avec enthousiasme.

Etymology

Comes from the Latin 'nominatio', which means 'designation'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

consensus nomination
Designation accepted by the entire group.
nomination par consensus
to make a nomination
To propose someone for a position or recognition.
faire une nomination
official nomination
Designation recognized by an authority or institution.
nomination officielle

Related Words

candidate
Person proposed for a position or distinction.
candidat
election
Process by which a person is chosen by votes.
élection
applicant
Person who applies for a position or role.
postulant

Slang Meanings

To name someone informally or jokingly.
They called her the 'queen of gossip' as a joke.
On l'a nommée la 'reine des potins' comme une joke.
To make a nomination in the context of friendly competition.
He made his nomination for 'best joker' in the group.
Il a fait sa nomination pour le 'meilleur blagueur' dans le groupe.