command

• Substantiv, das einen autoritativen Befehl, eine Anweisung oder eine Aufforderung bezeichnet, die jemandem erteilt wird, um eine Aufgabe oder Handlung auszuführen. Es kann auch die Befehlsgewalt oder Kontrolle über jemanden oder etwas sowie eine EDV-Anweisung meinen.

A noun referring to an authoritative order, instruction, or directive given to someone to perform a task or action.

1. B1formal

   An authoritative order or instruction given by someone in charge.

   Befehl

   • The general gave the command to advance.
   • She followed the command without hesitation.
   • The captain issued a command to the crew.

   Synonymecommandmentdecreedictatedirectiveedictinjunctioninstructionmandateorder

   Antonymeentreatyplearequestsuggestion

2. Control or authorityB2formal

   The power or authority to control people or situations.

   Befehlsgewalt

   • He has command over the entire department.
   • The officer took command of the situation.
   • She is in command of the project.

   Synonymeauthoritycontroldominiongovernancejurisdictionmasterypowerrulesupervisionsway

   Antonymecomplianceobediencesubmissionsubordination

3. Computer instructionB1formalIT

   An instruction given to a computer program to perform a specific task.

   Befehl

   • Type the command to open the file.
   • The system requires a specific command to restart.
   • He entered the command incorrectly.

   Synonymedirectivefunction callinstructionoperationorderstatement

4. C1formal

   A thorough knowledge or mastery of a subject or skill.

   Beherrschung

   • She has an excellent command of French.
   • His command of the subject impressed the audience.
   • The pianist showed complete command of the piece.

   Synonymeexpertisefamiliaritygraspknowledgemasteryproficiencyunderstanding

• Verb, das bedeutet, einen befehlenden Auftrag zu geben oder etwas zu steuern; wird in der Informatik oft für Anweisungen an ein System verwendet.

A verb meaning to give an authoritative order or to have control over something, often used in computing to refer to instructions given to a system.

1. Give an orderB1formal

   To give an authoritative order or instruction.

   Befehlen

   • The general commanded his troops to advance.
   • She commanded him to leave the room immediately.
   • The teacher commanded silence in the classroom.

   Synonymebidchargedecreedictatedirectenjoininstructorderrequiretell

   Antonymecomplyobeysubmit

2. Have authority overB2formal

   To be in charge of or have control over a group, especially in a military context.

   Befehligen

   • He commands a battalion of soldiers.
   • She was chosen to command the naval fleet.
   • The officer commands respect from his subordinates.

   Synonymecontroldirectgovernheadleadmanagerulesupervise

   Antonymefollowobeysubmit

3. Deserve and getB2formal

   To deserve and receive something such as respect, attention, or a high price.

   Verdienen und erhalten

   • His expertise commands high fees in the industry.
   • The issue commands immediate attention from the authorities.
   • She commands great respect among her colleagues.

   Synonymeattractdeserveearngarnermeritreceivesecurewin

4. Control or dominateC1formal

   To have a view from a high place or to control a strategic position.

   Überblicken und beherrschen

   • The castle commands a view of the entire valley.
   • This hilltop commands the surrounding countryside.
   • The fortress commands the entrance to the harbor.

   Synonymebestridecontroldominatelook-overoverlooksurvey