commencement

simple noun5 collocationsAvg. frequency: 7.8
commencement ceremony8.5

The formal event at which students who have completed their studies receive their degrees.

commencement address7.8

A formal speech delivered to graduating students during their commencement ceremony.

commencement speech7.8

A formal speech delivered to graduating students during their commencement ceremony.

commencement speaker7.5

The person invited to deliver the commencement address.

commencement date7.2

The specific date on which the commencement ceremony is held.