Definition of commences

Scrabble & Words with friends points


  • commences is a valid Scrabble US word with a point value of 17
  • commences is a valid Scrabble UK word with a point value of 17
  • commences is a valid Words with friends word with a point value of 22

Definition of commences


  • get off the ground (verb)

    Synonyms

    1. embark on
    2. start
    3. start up
  • set in motion, cause to start (verb)

    Synonyms

    1. begin
    2. lead off
    3. start
  • take the first step or steps in carrying out an action (verb)

    Synonyms

    1. begin
    2. get
    3. get down
    4. set about
    5. set out
    6. start
    7. start out

See definition of commences in Merriam Webster