CEFR A2

ordered

verb

Meaning

To command or direct that something be done, often by someone in authority.

Examples

The manager ordered everyone to leave the building immediately.
She ordered a pizza for dinner.

Synonyms: ask, request, instruct, command

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ordered (A2)

verb

Pronunciation: /ˈɔːrdərd/

Definition

To command or direct that something be done, often by someone in authority.

Examples

The manager ordered everyone to leave the building immediately.
She ordered a pizza for dinner.
He ordered his troops to advance.

How to Use ordered

order someone to do something (prepositional phrase): To tell someone authoritatively to do a specific action. — "The teacher ordered the students to be quiet."
order [something] (collocation): To request a product or service to be delivered or provided. — "I'd like to order a large coffee, please."

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