Synonyms for
Commencement
Definition
The beginning or start of something, especially a formal ceremony for graduates.
Synonyms & similar words
first
offset
beginning
startingtime
start
middle
graduation
finish
getgo
outset
showtime
graduationexercise
commencementceremony
kickoff
commencementexercise
beginning
start
initiation
launch
outset
opening
inception
origin
dawn
birth
genesis
onset
prefix
proem
prolegomenon
prologue
startup
threshold
inauguration
kickoff
Synonyms by register
Antonyms
Common collocations
- commencement ceremony
- commencement address
- spring commencement
- fall commencement
- commencement exercises
- commencement speaker
- degree commencement
Word family
Usage note
Primarily used for formal events like graduations or the start of something significant. Avoid using for everyday beginnings.
Example sentences
- The commencement of the school year is always exciting.
- The graduation commencement ceremony was held in the gymnasium.
- The commencement of the race signaled the start of the competition.
- The new CEO's commencement speech inspired the employees.
- The commencement of the concert was delayed due to technical difficulties.
Quotes
"You are educated. Your certification is in your degree. You may think of it as the ticket to the good life. Let me ask you to think of an alternative. Think of it as your ticket to change the world." - Tom Brokaw
"The only thing that ever sat its way to success was a hen." - Sarah Brown
"The future belongs to those who believe in the beauty of their dreams." - Eleanor Roosevelt