Assign – 1. To give someone a job or responsibility 2. Designate or set (something) aside for a specific purpose

To remember the definition of the word assign, use the following mnemonic:

It was a sign (assign) that he would be given the job. They had been setting aside a task for someone just like him.

Examples of assign in a sentence (To give someone a job or responsibility)

We wish to assign them to receptionist as they are very organised.

I was glad they had to assign me to the task.

Let's assign responsibilities to each team member.

Examples of assign in a sentence (Designate or set aside for a specific purpose)

Gardeners assign certain tools to specific tasks as they do well in different jobs.

We'll assign her a guardian to look after her for the day.

We like to see what their talents are so we know where to assign them.