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to commission, to appoint (as an adviser or member)
Example
시는 그 배우를 홍보 대사로 위촉했습니다.
The city appointed the actor as its goodwill ambassador.
Word parts
위 entrust+촉 request
Literally 'entrust and request' — formally asking someone to take on a role.
Good to know
Used for outside or honorary roles; 임명하다 is for official positions within an organization.