commence Definition
- 1to begin or start something
- 2to have a starting point in time
Using commence: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "commence" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
Example
The meeting will commence at 9 am sharp.
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The concert will commence with a performance by the local choir.
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The construction work is set to commence next month.
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Let us commence our journey.
commence Synonyms and Antonyms
Phrases with commence
commence hostilities
to start a war or conflict
Example
The country decided to commence hostilities against its neighbor.
commence proceedings
to begin legal action against someone
Example
The company has decided to commence proceedings against the contractor for breach of contract.
commence operations
to start a business or organization
Example
The new factory will commence operations next year.
Origins of commence
from Old French 'comencier', from Latin 'cominitiare', meaning 'to initiate'
Summary: commence in Brief
The verb 'commence' [kəˈmens] means to start or begin something, or to have a starting point in time. It is often used in formal contexts, such as legal proceedings or business operations, as well as in everyday situations like meetings and journeys. Examples include 'The meeting will commence at 9 am sharp.' and 'Let us commence our journey.' Synonyms include 'begin,' 'start,' 'initiate,' 'embark on,' and 'launch.'
