commissioned
- 01 B2 Upper Intermediate
v.to officially ask someone to create something or do a specific job for you.
v.to formally request the production of something or the performance of a task, typically in a professional or artistic capacity.
Simple“The city council commissioned a local artist to paint a mural on the library wall.”
In context“The government commissioned an independent report to investigate the environmental impact of the new high-speed railway project.”
UsageOften used in the passive voice when focusing on the work produced.
Synonyms - 02 B2 Upper Intermediate
adj.describes something that was specially made because someone asked for it.
adj.referring to a work of art, music, or literature produced specifically to fulfill a particular order.
Simple“The museum displayed several commissioned portraits of the royal family.”
In context“The composer performed a commissioned piece of music written specifically for the cathedral's anniversary celebration.”
UsageUsually appears before the noun it describes.
Synonymsbespokecustom made - 03 C1 Advanced
adj.describes a military officer who has a high rank and a formal document giving them authority.
adj.holding a rank by virtue of a commission, typically referring to officers at the rank of second lieutenant or ensign and above.
Simple“After years of training, she finally became a commissioned officer in the navy.”
In context“The academy produces hundreds of commissioned officers each year to lead various branches of the armed forces.”
UsageAlmost exclusively used in the phrase 'commissioned officer'.
Teacher's tipIn military contexts, distinguish this from 'non-commissioned officers' like sergeants or corporals.
“Photograph: Adam Burakowski/East News/Shutterstock The statue was commissioned by Roman Karkosik, a wealthy Polish businessman, and his wife, Grażyna.”
“The artwork, of which five panels survive, was commissioned for the monastery of Santa Maria.”