Command Definition
command
noun
- an authoritative direction or instruction to do something
- a military unit or region under the control of a single officer
- the power or authority to command; "an admiral in command"
- availability for use; "the materials at the command of the potters grew"
- a position of highest authority; "the corporation has just undergone a change in command"
- great skillfulness and knowledge of some subject or activity; "a good command of French"
- (computer science) a line of code written as part of a computer program
verb
- be in command of; "The general commanded a huge army"
- make someone do something
- demand as one's due; "This speaker commands a high fee"; "The author commands a fair hearing from his readers"
- look down on; "The villa dominates the town"
- exercise authoritative control or power over; "control the budget"; "Command the military forces"
"Command" in song lyrics
See how command is used in real songs:
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"Used to swoll ya glands, 9th Prince'll take command"
9th Prince — Originators -
"It's the mad Puerto Rican with the beats in command"
The Beanuts f/ V.I.C. — Fried Chicken -
"Steering wheel turn white, I got voice command"
Big Tuck f/ Fat B. — U Niggaz Can't Do
Words that rhyme with command
Usage tips for "command"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "command" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for command to find words that pair well.