command

Definition

  • verb: to give (someone) an order
  • verb: to direct authoritatively
  • + 'of'
  • synonyms: dictate, direct, overlook

Examples

  • She has a reputation that 'commands' attention/respect. [=people give her respect/attention because of her reputation]

  • In the United States, the President as the commander in chief is at the head of the military 'chain of command'.

  • She seems to be 'in (full) command of' the situation. [=she seems to have complete control of the situation]

Movie quotes

  • (..) TYR: My king! The mortal has been taken. ODIN: Stop Thor. By any means necessary. There they are! Take them. On my command. I'll hold them off. Take her. Thank you. Betray him, and I'll kill you. (CHUCKLING) (..)
    2013 Thor: The Dark World