verb as in strong fondness

Word Combinations

Example:The party leader preindesignated the current mayor as the next candidate for the presidency.

Definition:A person officially nominated or selected as a candidate for an office, position, or an election.

From candidate

Example:The board preindesignated the CEO’s assistant as the chosen successor once the current CEO retires.

Definition:A person who succeeds or follows another in a position, office, or title.

From successor