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commence

verb

/kəˈmɛns/

Meaning

to begin or start something

The ceremony will commence at noon.

commence operations

begin, start, initiate, launch, inaugurate

end, finish, conclude

commence work, commence proceedings, commence operations, commence at

to become less severe, harsh, or strict

to imbue with the principles or doctrines of Calvinism

To surprise or frighten someone suddenly.

to give permission for something to happen or someone to do something

To perform official duties, especially in a ceremony or as a referee.

to stay in expectation; to delay action until something happens