Which verb means to assign?

• A. To allocate
• B. To appoint
• C. To assign
• D. To designate

Answer: (C)

The action being described is giving someone a specific task or responsibility. That direct sense is captured by the verb that means to assign—to hand over a duty or role to someone so they are responsible for it. It’s the most general and straightforward way to express this idea in everyday use.

Other options carry extra nuance. Allocate focuses on distributing resources or tasks, often with quantities or across recipients. Appoint emphasizes formal selection for a position or office, usually with authority attached. Designate means to name or indicate someone for a role or task, which can be temporary or signaling rather than a full assignment.

So the most fitting choice is the one that directly conveys giving a task or responsibility to someone. For example: “I will assign this project to you.”