command — to give an order or instruction
Part of speech: VERB
Definition: to give an order or instruction
Pronunciation (IPA): /kəˈmænd/
Example Sentences
- My cat thinks it can command me to open cans at 3 AM.
- The teacher commands the classroom with just a look.
- He tried to command the TV with the wrong remote for 10 minutes.
command
VERB[/kəˈmænd/]
to give an order or instruction
The general raised his sword and gave the command to charge forward.
Commander shouts 'COM-MAN-D!' - Come on man, do it!
His hand delivers the command, troops respond to every demand!
Got the picture? Now let's practice.
🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Old French 'commander', derived from Latin 'commendare' meaning 'to entrust' or 'to commit to', composed of 'com-' (together) and 'mandare' (to order or entrust).
Breakdown
com- (together) + mand (order/entrust) + -er (verb marker) = command
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“My cat thinks it can command me to open cans at 3 AM.”
“The teacher commands the classroom with just a look.”
“He tried to command the TV with the wrong remote for 10 minutes.”
“The new manager commands a high salary due to her experience.”
📚Related Words
Synonyms
Antonyms
Related
Want to master 19,000+ words?
Sign up free for flashcards & quizzes.