Dictionary-enhanced word family
Word Forms of “Assignment”
Homework or work that a teacher gives students to do, either in class or at home.
Word Family of Assignment
What is the noun of assignment? — assignment
What is the verb of assignment? — assign
How to Use Each Word Form in a Sentence
- The teacher gave us a challenging writing assignment for next week. B1
- Completing your assignments on time is essential for success in this course. B1
- This assignment requires students to conduct research and present their findings. B1
Origin and Word Formation of Assignment
From 'assign' (Latin 'assignare') meaning 'to allot' or 'to give a share'.
Assignments are a core part of educational assessment; they can be individual or group work.
Common Word Form Mistakes with Assignment
Wrong: This assignment is very difficulty.
Correct: This assignment is very difficult.
'Difficulty' is a noun; 'difficult' is the adjective needed here.
Frequently Asked Questions About Word Forms of Assignment
What are the word forms of “assignment”?
The confirmed forms are shown in the word family cards above. Missing parts of speech are hidden instead of filled with placeholder text.
What part of speech is “assignment”?
“assignment” is primarily a noun. Some forms above show how the same root works as other parts of speech.
Where does “assignment” come from?
From 'assign' (Latin 'assignare') meaning 'to allot' or 'to give a share'.