Command

usgb/kəˈmænd/
verb

To give an order or instruction to someone.

The captain commanded his troops to prepare for battle.
Visual representation of "command" - To give an order or instruction to someone.

Often appears as...

  • command attention
  • command respect
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Authority Connotation

As a verb, 'command' implies a strong, sometimes strict, level of authority.

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The general commanded the troops confidently.
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Expect Compliance

'Command' suggests an expectation that the order will be followed without question.

Illustration for Expect Compliance
The director commanded everyone to silence their phones.
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