appointed
ap·point·ed
Subject to appointment, as opposed to an electionSubject to appointment, as opposed to an election.
/əˈpɔɪntɪd/
Meaning
1 senses(not comparable)Subject to appointment, as opposed to an election.
In the United States, the Secretary of State is an appointed position.
subject to appointment
Synonyms
4 synonymsClose in meaning
- fixed or established especially by order or command:decreedordainedprescribed
- subject to appointment:appointive