Appointment:
Appointment is an arrangement which is made to meet someone at certain time in certain place. It is like reservation.
Meeting:
Meeting is the act which is similar to an appointment but it involves another people too. Meeting is held for a certain purpose or to find a certain results.
Differences:
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Definition (www.oxforddictionaries.com) |
An arrangement to meet someone at a particular time and place. | An assembly of people for a particular purpose, especially for formal discussion. |
Synonyms | Date, interview, invitation, consultation and assignment | Showdown, convention, competition and contest |
Antonyms | Firing, accident, argue, avoidance, bafflement, allowance | Peace, agreement and calm |
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Types | The types of meeting are:
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Word origin | The word appointment was originated in the 15th century. | The word meeting was originated in the 14th century. |
Attendees | You create an appointment and there are no attendees other than you. | There are other attendees in the case of a meeting. |
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