commence

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commence

(verb)

Meaning

to begin or start something

Example

"The ceremony will commence at noon, welcoming all attendees."

Synonyms

begininitiatelaunch

Antonyms

finishcease

More about this word

Word origin
From Latin 'cominitiare', meaning to begin.
Related word forms
  • verb: commenced
  • noun: commencement

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