ichidan verb, transitive verb
Used when someone in authority tells someone else to do something. Often implies a formal or hierarchical relationship.
上司は部下に資料の準備を命じた。
The boss ordered his subordinate to prepare the documents.
裁判
The judge commanded the witness to tell the truth.
ichidan verb, transitive verb
appoint; assign to a position
Used when someone is officially placed in a role or position, such as a committee member or a representative.
彼は新しいプロジェクトのリーダーに命じられた。
He was appointed as the leader of the new project.