COMMENCE


Meaning of COMMENCE in English

I . v. n.

1.

Begin, originate, take rise.

2.

Begin, open.

3.

Take the first step, make a beginning, break ground, break the ice.

II . v. a.

Begin, institute, inaugurate, originate, open, start, enter upon, set about, set on foot, set in operation.

Soule. Dictionary of English synonyms.      Словарь английских синонимов.