command

B2 · Upper Intermediate Uncountable noun Military

n. the power to control a group of people, especially in the military.

n. the right or authority to order, control, or lead a specific group or operation.

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“She took command of the project after the previous manager left.”

“After years of distinguished service, he was finally given command of the regional naval fleet.”

B2 · Upper Intermediate Uncountable noun

n. your ability to use something well, like a language or a machine.

n. the ability to use or control something effectively; a high level of proficiency or mastery.

“He has an excellent command of the French language.”

“Her impressive command of complex economic theory allowed her to simplify the data for the board of directors.”

B1 · Intermediate Countable noun Computing Technical

n. an instruction you give to a computer to make it do a specific task.

n. a specific instruction or signal given to a computer program or operating system to perform a task.

“Type the command into the box and press enter to start the search.”

“The system failed to execute the command because the user lacked the necessary administrative permissions.”

B1 · Intermediate

v. to tell someone with authority that they must do something.

v. to direct with authority; to give an order that requires obedience.

“The king commanded his servants to prepare a great feast.”

“The judge commanded the witness to answer the question directly without further hesitation.”

C1 · Advanced Formal

v. to get something because you are important or respected.

v. to deserve and get something, such as respect or attention, because of your qualities or position.

“She is the kind of leader who naturally commands respect from everyone.”

“The CEO's presence in the room was enough to command the absolute attention of every executive present.”