adj

commissioned

kuh-MIH-shuhnd

adj

Holding an official rank or authority granted through a formal appointment.

"He became a commissioned officer after completing training."

Ordered and paid for specially.

"The painting was a commissioned piece for the mayor's office."

How to Use Commissioned

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishOfficially appointed, or specially ordered and paid for.

Common pairings

commissioned officer commissioned artwork

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He became a _____ officer after completing training.

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