The difference between Commencement and Convocation
When used as nouns, commencement means the first existence of anything, whereas convocation means the act of calling or assembling by summons.
check bellow for the other definitions of Commencement and Convocation
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Commencement as a noun:
The first existence of anything; act or fact of commencing
Examples:
"The time of Henry VII nearly coincides with the commencement of what is termed modern history."
"synonyms: rise origin beginning start dawn"
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Commencement as a noun:
The day when degrees are conferred by colleges and universities upon students and others.
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Commencement as a noun:
A graduation ceremony, from a school, college or university.
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Convocation as a noun:
The act of calling or assembling by summons.
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Convocation as a noun:
An assembly or meeting.
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Convocation as a noun:
An assembly of the clergy, by their representatives, to consult on ecclesiastical affairs.
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Convocation as a noun:
An academic assembly, in which the business of the university is transacted.