COMMANDの定義と意味 - メリアム・ウェブスター

COMMAND Definition & Meaning - Merriam-Webster Est. 1828 Dictionary Definition verb noun adjective verb 3 verb noun adjective Synonyms Synonym Chooser Example Sentences Word History Phrases Containing Rhymes Entries Near Cite this Entry Citation Kids Definition Kids More from M-W Show more Show more Citation Kids More from M-W Save Word To save this word, you'll need to log in. Log In command 1 of 3 verb com·​mand kə-ˈmand commanded ; commanding ; commands Synonyms of command Take our 3 question quiz on command transitive verb 1 : to direct authoritatively : order commanded adherence to the rules Take our 3 question quiz on command 2 : to exercise a dominating influence over : have command of: such as a : to have at one's immediate disposal commands many resources b : to demand or receive as one's due commands a high price commands respect c : to overlook or dominate from or as if from a strategic position a hill that commands the city d : to have military command of as senior officer command a regiment 3 obsolete : to order or request to be given intransitive verb 1 : to have or exercise direct authority : govern a leader who knows how to command well 2 : to give orders We did as the commanded . 3 : to be commander The general will command at the western front. 4 : to dominate as if from an elevated place commandable kə-ˈman-də-bəl adjective Quiz: Which word is closest in meaning to command ? command 2 of 3 noun 1 a : an order given The command was to hold fire. b (1) : a signal that actuates a device (such as a control mechanism in a spacecraft or one step in a computer) (2) : the activation of a device by means of such a signal (3) : a line of code (see code entry 1 sense 5 ) instructing a computer to send such a signal 2 a : control of something (as a situation, activity, or feeling) She seems to be in complete command of the situation. They were in command of their emotions. b : the authority or right to command the officer in command c (1) : the power to dominate The fort has command of the valley. (2) : scope of vision The tower provides a wide command of the neighboring hills. d : facility in use a good command of French e : control sense 1d [Pitcher] Clemens's command was shaky, and he walked three. — Tyler Kepner 3 : the act of commanding The troops will charge at command . 4 : the personnel, area, or organization under a commander specifically : a unit of the U.S. Air Force higher than an air force 5 : a position of highest usually military authority He was relieved of his command . see also: on command command 3 of 3 adjective : done on command or request a command performance Synonyms of command Relevance Verb order instruct tell ask Noun instruction edict order direction directive do See All Synonyms & Antonyms in Thesaurus Choose the Right Synonym for command Verb command , order , bid , enjoin , direct , instruct , charge mean to issue orders. command and order imply authority and usually some degree of formality and impersonality. command stresses official exercise of authority. a general commanding troops order may suggest peremptory or arbitrary exercise. ordered his employees about bid suggests giving orders peremptorily (as to children or servants). she bade him be seated enjoin implies giving an order or direction authoritatively and urgently and often with admonition or solicitude. a sign enjoining patrons to be quiet direct and instruct both connote expectation of obedience and usually concern specific points of procedure or method, instruct sometimes implying greater explicitness or formality. directed her assistant to hold all calls the judge instructed the jury to ignore the remark charge adds to enjoin an implication of imposing as a duty or responsibility. charged by the President with a secret mission Noun power , authority , jurisdiction , control , command , sway , dominion mean the right to govern or rule or determine. power implies possession of ability to wield force, authority, or influence. the power to mold public opinion authority implies power for a specific purpose within specified limits. granted the authority to manage her estate jurisdiction applies to official power exercised within prescribed limits. the bureau having jurisdiction over parks control stresses the power to direct and restrain. you are responsible for the students under your control command implies the power to make arbitrary decisions and compel obedience. the army officer in command sway suggests the extent of exercised power or influence. the empire extended its sway over the region dominion stresses sovereign power or supreme authority. given dominion over all the animals Examples of command in a Sentence Verb She commanded us to leave. Military leaders commanded the troops to open fire. She commanded that work on the bridge cease immediately. We had no choice but to do as they commanded . He commands a platoon of 60. With his skills and experience, he can command a high salary. The company commands much power and influence in the business world. Noun We are expected to obey his commands . She shouted out commands to the crew. We started to teach the dog simple commands like “sit” and “lie down.” You can perform several actions with keyboard commands . The system recognizes voice commands . He was relieved of his command after being charged with misconduct. Who is the officer in command of the unit? I assumed command of the business after my father's death. He immediately took command of the situation. He finally felt in command of his life. See More Recent Examples on the Web Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to show current usage. Read More Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback . Verb Friday, May 1 Kentucky Oaks Churchill Downs in Louisville will once again command the attention of the sporting world this week, and Kentucky Oaks is guaranteed to be one of the highlights. — The Athletic Live Team, New York Times , 27 Apr. 2026 Though an unabashedly liberal Democrat, Hart commanded respect from lawmakers of both parties for his intellect, decency and grit. — John T. Shaw, Chicago Tribune , 27 Apr. 2026 Noun Young’s second round was not as clean as his bogey-free Thursday, but it was controlled enough to keep him in command . — Noah Gulley, Miami Herald , 2 May 2026 The 2026 request shows the command is shifting its priorities for future conflicts. — Sujita Sinha, Interesting Engineering , 1 May 2026 Adjective An upcoming marksmanship exercise for early-August was also canceled, as were a pre- command course, firearms training for soldiers who need to improve their marksmanship, and more. — Oren Liebermann, CNN , 23 July 2021 See All Example Sentences for command Word History Etymology Verb Middle English comanden , from Anglo-French cumander , from Vulgar Latin *commandare , alteration of Latin commendare to commit to one's charge — more at commend First Known Use Verb 14th century, in the meaning defined at transitive sense 1 Noun 14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1a Adjective 1826, in the meaning defined above Time Traveler The first known use of command was in the 14th century See more words from the same century Phrases Containing command at someone's command chain of command command car command economy command module command performance command post command sergeant major high command in (full) command of on command on someone's command second - in - command self - command someone's wish is my command Rhymes for command armband backhand bandstand baseband broadband cropland demand disband dreamland expand farmhand farmland See All Rhymes for command Browse Nearby Words Commager command commandant See all Nearby Words Cite this Entry Style MLA Chicago APA Merriam-Webster “Command.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary , Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/command. Accessed 4 May. 2026. Copy Citation Kids Definition command 1 of 2 verb com·​mand kə-ˈmand 1 a : to issue orders by right of authority b : to have authority and control over : be commander of command an army 2 : to have for one's use commands many resources 3 : to demand or receive as one's due : exact commands a high fee 4 : to look down on especially from a militarily strong position the hill commands the town command 2 of 2 noun 1 : the act of commanding march on command 2 : an order given obey a command 3 a : the ability to control : mastery a good command of French b : the authority, right, or power to command 4 : the people, area, or unit under a commander 5 : a position from which military operations are directed More from Merriam-Webster on command Nglish: Translation of command for Spanish Speakers Last Updated: 3 May 2026 - Updated example sentences Love words? Need even more definitions? 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