Commencement

B2 8+
Synonyms Antonyms Collocations Idiomatic Expressions

Synonyms of commencement

start
beginning
onset

Antonyms of commencement

end
finish
conclusion

Collocations of commencement

commencement ceremony
Frequency: 80 %

The commencement ceremony will take place in the auditorium.

commencement day
Frequency: 75 %

Commencement day is a special occasion for all graduates.

commencement speech
Frequency: 70 %

The commencement speech inspired all the graduates.

commencement address
Frequency: 60 %

The commencement address was delivered by the university president.

commencement gown
Frequency: 50 %

She wore a beautiful commencement gown for the ceremony.

Idiomatic Expressions for commencement

  • Phrase: commencement address
    Meaning: a speech given at a graduation ceremony
    Usage: The commencement address was delivered by a distinguished guest speaker.