commandeer

[ˌkɒmənˈdɪə(r)]

commandeer Definition

  • 1to take control of something, especially a vehicle, for official or military use
  • 2to take control of something without permission or authorization

Using commandeer: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "commandeer" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The military commandeered the vehicles for transportation.

  • Example

    He commandeered the conference room for his own meeting.

  • Example

    The dictator commandeered the country's resources for his personal gain.

commandeer Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for commandeer

Antonyms for commandeer

Phrases with commandeer

  • to capture or hold someone's attention

    Example

    The speaker commanded everyone's attention with her powerful speech.

  • commandeer someone's services

    to take control of someone's work or labor without their consent

    Example

    The boss commandeered his employees' services to finish the project on time.

  • commandeer someone's time

    to take control of someone's schedule or free time

    Example

    The unexpected meeting commandeered his entire afternoon.

Origins of commandeer

from Dutch 'kommanderen', meaning 'to command'

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Summary: commandeer in Brief

The verb 'commandeer' [ˌkɒmənˈdɪə(r)] means to take control of something, often a vehicle, for official or military use, or to take control of something without permission. It can be used in phrases like 'commandeer someone's attention' or 'commandeer someone's services,' which denote taking control of someone's time or labor.