decision,
determination,
conclusion the act of making up your mind about something; "the burden of decision was his"; "he drew his conclusions quickly"
nomination the act of officially naming a candidate; "the Republican nomination for Governor"
co-optation,
co-option the act of appointing summarily (with or without the appointee's consent)
appointment -
(law) the act of disposing of property by virtue of the power of appointment; "she allocated part of the trust to her church by appointment"
appointment -
Law The exercise of the power of designating under a power of appointment a person to enjoy an estate or other specific property; also, the instrument by which the designation is made.
appointment -
Government The assignment of a person by an official to perform a duty, such as a presidential appointment of a judge to a court.