Commandeer

B2 8+
Synonyms Antonyms Collocations Idiomatic Expressions

Synonyms of commandeer

appropriate
seize
take over

Antonyms of commandeer

release
surrender
return

Collocations of commandeer

control
Frequency: 70 %

The dictator tried to commandeer control of the country.

vehicle
Frequency: 60 %

The thieves attempted to commandeer the vehicle parked outside.

resources
Frequency: 45 %

The company decided to commandeer more resources for the project.

attention
Frequency: 35 %

The celebrity's latest scandal commandeer attention from the media.

ship
Frequency: 25 %

Pirates attempted to commandeer the ship and its cargo.

Idiomatic Expressions for commandeer

  • Phrase: commandeer someone's time
    Meaning: to take up or monopolize someone's time for one's own purposes
    Usage: The boss constantly commandeers my time with unnecessary meetings and tasks.