Bedtime will commence at eight o’clock, and my dramatic complaints will commence at 7:59.
The moment Mom said, “Clean your room,” my strategy to commence hiding everything under the bed began.
I will commence my homework right after I commence three more snacks and one cartoon.
The cat waited for the most silent moment of the night to commence knocking things off the table.
The word “commence” is often used in fancy speeches, like “Let the ceremony commence,” which basically means, “Okay, let’s finally start this thing!”
At dawn the small band took their places. The leader raised a hand and whispered, "Commence." The drummer nodded and said, "Commence." The flutist grinned and said, "Commence." The guitarist mouthed, "Commence," and the singer finally sang, "Commence." The crowd held breath. Then music began; the town woke and people smiled.
🧑🎓 CEFR Level: C1 Advanced
This word is at the C1 level, which means it’s part of advanced English. It’s used in sophisticated conversations, professional settings, and academic discussions. Words at this level help you express yourself fluently and precisely in nuanced situations.
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