Commands
/kəˈmɑːndz/
Last Updated: January 2, 2026 at 12:30 PM
Scrabble:15 ptsWWF:19 pts8 letters
Definition of Commands
noun
- An order to do something.
"I was given a command to cease shooting."
- The right or authority to order, control or dispose of; the right to be obeyed or to compel obedience.
"to have command of an army"
- Power of control, direction or disposal; mastery.
"England has long held command of the sea"
- A position of chief authority; a position involving the right or power to order or control.
"General Smith was placed in command."
- The act of commanding; exercise or authority of influence.
verb
- To order, give orders; to compel or direct with authority.
"The king commanded his servant to bring him dinner."
- To have or exercise supreme power, control or authority over, especially military; to have under direction or control.
"to command an army or a ship"
- To require with authority; to demand, order, enjoin.
"he commanded silence"
- To dominate through ability, resources, position etc.; to overlook.
"Bridges commanded by a fortified house. (Motley.)"
- To exact, compel or secure by influence; to deserve, claim.
"A good magistrate commands the respect and affections of the people."
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