Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

commissioned work

noun

/kəˈmɪʃ.ənd wɜrk/

Definition

A commissioned work is a piece of art or a project that is created at the request of a client, often involving specific criteria set by the person or organization commissioning the work.

Examples

The artist was excited to begin her commissioned work for the new city hall.
He was hired for his commissioned work to create a mural for the community center.
Her latest novel was a commissioned work that tells the history of the town.

Meaning

Commissioned work refers to work that is produced for someone else, often with particular specifications and compensation involved. This type of work is common in creative fields such as art, writing, music, and design.