What is another word for commenced?

Common synonyms for commenced include start, setout, setabout, startup, startout.

What is the opposite of commenced?

Antonyms of commenced include ended, finished, concluded, stopped, halted.

Synonyms for

Commenced

Verb / kʌˈmenst / Another word for commenced — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

to begin or start

Synonyms & similar words

start setout setabout startup startout get commence embarkon getdown begin leadoff end begin start initiate undertake embark launch inaugurate originate open

Synonyms by register

Formal

initiated instituted originated inaugurated

Informal

started began got going

Literary

embarked set forth

Antonyms

ended finished concluded stopped halted ceased terminated

Common collocations

commenced proceedings
commenced operations
commenced construction
commenced the trial
commenced work
commenced hostilities
commenced the task

Word family

noun commencement

verb commence

adverb commencingly

Usage note

Commenced is a formal verb. While it can be used in everyday speech, it is more common in legal, academic, or official contexts. Its informal counterpart is 'started' or 'began'.

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