commencement Synonym

Synonyme commencement

beginning - start - initiation - inception - onset - launch - opening - outset - origin kickoff - dawn - genesis - birth, - rise - debut - inauguration - introduction - prelude - start-off - takeoff - embarkation


Commencement refers to a significant ceremony that marks the conclusion of a period of academic study, typically at institutions like colleges and universities. It is often characterized by the awarding of degrees or diplomas to students who have met the necessary requirements. This event may also include speeches, honorary degrees, and various traditions that celebrate academic achievements. While it signifies the end of one's formal education in a specific context, commencement also symbolizes the start of new opportunities and pathways for graduates. The term can also more broadly refer to the beginning of something new.



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