Synonyms for

Commissioning

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

Definition

Commissioning is the act of giving someone the authority to perform a certain task or the process of putting something into operation.

Synonyms & similar words

commission authorize delegate empower entrust initiate launch start activate begin establish inaugurate instigate originate enact formulate implement institute organize

Synonyms by register

Formal

authorization delegation endorsement mandate

Informal

hiring ordering tasking putting to work

Literary

ordination consecration

Antonyms

cancellation termination discontinuation abolition revocation suspension

Common collocations

  • commissioning process
  • commissioning agent
  • commissioning ceremony
  • commissioning of a ship
  • commissioning a report
  • commissioning artwork
  • commissioning new technology

Word family

noun commission
verb commission
adjective commissioned

Usage note

Often refers to the formal authorization to proceed with a project or task, especially in military, governmental, or artistic contexts. Can also refer to the act of putting a new system or piece of equipment into active service.

Example sentences

  1. The government has commissioned a new bridge to be built over the river.
  2. The artist was commissioned to paint a portrait of the queen.
  3. The company is commissioning a study to analyze consumer behavior.
  4. The writer has been commissioned to write a screenplay for a movie.
  5. The architect was commissioned to design a new building.

Quotes

  • Commissioning is about making sure that the equipment and the systems that you expect to operate as intended actually do.
  • Commissioning is the process of ensuring that a building is designed, constructed, and operated to meet the owner's requirements.
  • Commissioning is a critical step in ensuring that new buildings perform as intended.

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