Reappointment
(noun)
The appointment of someone to a position or office after a previous appointment has ended.
Origin:
From re- + appointment.
Examples:
- The reappointment of the governor was a controversial decision, as there were many other qualified candidates.
- The reappointment of the committee members was necessary to ensure continuity of their work.
- Reappointment is common in academic positions, where a professor may be reappointed for multiple terms.
- The reappointment of the judge was criticized by some who felt that there were more suitable candidates for the job.
- Reappointment is a sign of confidence in an individual's ability to perform the duties of a position effectively.