🎨 Most important SAT/ACT Vocabulary: COMMISSIONED
COMMISSIONED is an "artful" word that can be applied to various life scenarios. Let's learn how to use it!
COMMISSIONED
You've probably heard of commissioned artworks, but do you know what the word really means? Let's find out!
ℹ️ Part of speech of commissioned
commissioned is a past-tense VERB or a PAST PARTICIPLE.
🗣️ Pronunciation of commissioned
commissioned is pronounced /kə.ˈmɪʃ.ənd/ or kuh-MISH-uhnd.
📚️ Definition of commissioned
commissioned means to order or request something to be made or done, especially the creation of an artwork.
📰 Examples of commissioned
Here are some examples of commissioned in usage:
The city commissioned a famous graffiti artist to create a mural that would celebrate its history.
The billionaire commissioned a unique sculpture for his mansion's front yard.
The opera house commissioned a new production of Mozart's Don Giovanni.
The government has commissioned a study to determine the impacts of climate change on local wildlife.
🧠 Quick vocab quiz on commissioned
Test yourself!
commissioned most nearly means
(A) forgotten.
(B) ignored.
(C) ordered.
(D) celebrated.
(E) rejected.
And one more:
Which of the following statements could best be described as a situation where something is commissioned?
(A) I forgot to bring my lunch to work today.
(B) The school board decided to remove the old statue in the courtyard.
(C) An artist was asked to paint a portrait of the city's first mayor.
(D) The teacher assigned us a project on ancient Persia.
(E) I received an invitation to my cousin's wedding.
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💁🏼 Tips on using the word commissioned correctly
The word commissioned is derived from the Latin commissio which means to entrust. This word is often used in the context of art, architecture, and custom-made items, but it can also be used in a broader context.
✅ Quiz answer/s
Answers:
C, ordered.
C, An artist was asked to paint a portrait of the mayor.