designation

/dˌɛzəɡnˈeɪʃən/ · 4 syllables

Meaning

noun

1. identifying word or words by which someone or something is called and classified or distinguished from others
2. the act of putting a person into a non-elective position
   “the appointment had to be approved by the whole committee”
3. the act of designating or identifying something

Synonyms for designation

• appellation
• denomination
• appellative
• appointment
• assignment
• naming
• identification

Words that rhyme with designation

• operation
• variation
• representation
• separation
• association
• derivation
• elevation
• inclination
• preparation
• application
• combination
• concentration
• formation
• foundation
• generation
• irritation
• organisation
• organization
• presentation
• radiation
• regulation
• relaxation
• replication
• reservation
• restoration
• translation
• accommodation
• administration
• animation
• assimilation