1. names, titles, or labels given to identify or describe something or someone
Usage: plural form of designation
2. official appointments or assignments to particular positions or roles
Usage: formal; administrative context

Examples

• The company uses specific designations for each employee level.
• Military designations help identify rank and position.
• The new designations will take effect next month.
• Product designations must follow industry standards.
• Her official designations include director and board member.
• The map shows various geographic designations.
• Academic designations appear after professors’ names.