Commencement

/kəˈmɛnsmənt/

Meaning & Definition

noun

The beginning or start of something.

The commencement of the new school year is always an exciting time.

A ceremony in which degrees or diplomas are conferred, especially at a college or university.

She was thrilled to wear her cap and gown at her college commencement.

An act or instance of commencing; a start.

The commencement of the project was delayed due to funding issues.

From Old French 'comencemment', from 'comencier' (to begin).

commencement ceremony

A formal event to mark the graduation of students.

commencement address

A speech delivered at a graduation ceremony.

after commencement

Referring to events that take place after graduation.

initiation

The action of beginning something.

inauguration

The formal beginning or introduction of a system, policy, or period.

graduation

The receiving or conferring of an academic degree or diploma.

Grad Day

I'm so pumped for Grad Day this weekend!

Capping

We're going to have a huge party for Capping after the ceremony.