commencement
/kəˈmensmənt/
CEFR level C1Topic EducationWord #6893 in the learning path
开始；开端
Definitions
n. The beginning of something, especially an official activity
开始；开端
n. A ceremony celebrating students completing their studies in the United States
毕业典礼（美式）
Example
We heard a whistle at the commencement of play.
比赛开始时，我们听到了一声哨响。
Environmental assessments should be completed before the commencement of construction to minimise potential damage to local ecosystems.
施工开始前应完成环境评估，以尽量减少对当地生态系统的潜在破坏。
Collocations
- the commencement of work
- a commencement date
- a commencement ceremony
Word family
- commence (v.)
Synonyms
- beginning
- start
Antonyms
- conclusion
Usage tip
表示“开始”较正式；美式英语中也指毕业典礼。
FAQ
- What does commencement mean?
- The beginning of something, especially an official activity A ceremony celebrating students completing their studies in the United States
- How is commencement pronounced?
- UK /kəˈmensmənt/, US /kəˈmensmənt/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
