Commencement

/kəmˈɛnsmənt/

/kəˈmɛnsmənt/

Commencement

the act of starting something

synonyms : beginning

antonyms : finish

an academic exercise in which diplomas are conferred

the time at which something is supposed to begin

synonyms : beginning

antonyms : middle

Examples

1. To me, commencement means a new beginning.

2. Commencement is a time of transition for parents, too.

3. Commencement is undeniably the best day in academic life.

4. Commencement is always a special day for family, friends, and faculty.