commencement

/kə'mensmənt/
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commencement

The commencement of the new school year is always an exciting time.

Definition
  1. Noun:
    • The act or process of beginning something; a start: "Commencement" refers to the point in time when something starts or the action of initiating something.
    • A ceremony in which degrees or diplomas are formally conferred: In an academic context, "commencement" is the ceremony marking the completion of studies and the beginning of a new stage for graduates.
Examples of Usage
  • Noun (Act of starting):
    • The commencement of the project was delayed by a week.
    • The treaty marked the commencement of a new era of peace.
  • Noun (Academic ceremony):
    • She gave a speech at her university's commencement.
    • We will attend our son's commencement in May.
Advanced Usage
  • "At the commencement of": at the beginning or start of something.
    • At the commencement of the meeting, the chairperson outlined the agenda.
  • "Commencement address": a speech given at a graduation ceremony.
    • The famous author delivered an inspiring commencement address.
Variants and Related Words
  • Commence (verb): to begin or start.
    • The ceremony will commence at noon.
  • Commencement Day (noun phrase): the specific day on which a graduation ceremony is held.
Synonyms
  • Beginning: the point in time or space at which something starts.
  • Start: the act of beginning.
  • Initiation: the action of beginning something.
  • Graduation (for the ceremony meaning): the ceremony of conferring degrees or diplomas.
Antonyms
  • Conclusion: the end or finish of an event or process.
  • Termination: the action of bringing something to an end.
  • Cessation: the fact or process of ending or being brought to an end.
Related Idioms and Phrases
  • From commencement to conclusion: from the very beginning to the very end.
    • She managed the project from commencement to conclusion.
commencement

The commencement of the new school year is always an exciting time.

Noun
  1. the act of starting something
    • he was responsible for the beginning of negotiations
  2. an academic exercise in which diplomas are conferred
  3. the time at which something is supposed to begin
    • they got an early start
    • she knew from the get-go that he was the man for her

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