officiate
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /əˈfɪʃieɪt/
KK: /əˈfɪʃiˌeɪt/
intransitive verb
Definition
To carry out the responsibilities of a position, especially in a formal or official capacity, such as leading a ceremony or overseeing a game.
Example
The judge will officiate the wedding ceremony this weekend.
Tense Forms
Past: officiated
Past Participle: officiated
Conversation
Are you going to officiate the game this weekend?
Yeah, I finally got my referee certification!
That's awesome! I bet you'll do a great job if you officiate regularly.
Thanks! I just hope I can keep up with the players.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
preside
supervise
administer
Antonyms
neglect
ignore
abstain
transitive verb
Definition
To perform a duty or function in an official capacity, such as leading a ceremony or overseeing a game.
Example
The judge will officiate the wedding ceremony this Saturday.
Tense Forms
Past: officiated
Past Participle: officiated
Conversation
Did you hear that my cousin is going to officiate the wedding next month?
No way! That sounds really exciting for him.
Yeah, he’s been training for it, so it should be a great ceremony.
Root Explanation
Officiate → It is formed from "officium" (meaning duty or service) and the suffix "-ate" (indicating to perform or to make). The word "officiate" means to perform a duty or service, especially in a formal or official capacity.
Memory Tip
Think of someone performing a 'duty' ('officium') — that's what officiate means, to carry out a formal service.
Visually Confused Words
No commonly confused words.