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undertook

The word “undertook” has 3 syllables: un-der-took

It's pronounced as /ˌʌn.dɚˈtʊk/

What is synonym and antonym for undertook?

In the thesaurus, “undertook” has 24 synonyms and 29 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for undertook along with examples of usage in sentences.

Synonyms for undertook

Antonyms for undertook

Meanings of undertook

  • verb
    1. To take upon oneself; to start, to embark on (a specific task etc.).
    2. To commit oneself (to an obligation, activity etc.).
    3. To overtake on the wrong side.
    4. To pledge; to assert, assure; to dare say.
    5. To take by trickery; to trap, to seize upon.
    6. To assume, as a character; to take on.
    7. To engage with; to attack, take on in a fight.
    8. To have knowledge of; to hear.
    9. To have or take charge of.

Example Sentences

  • She undertook the responsibility of organizing the event.
  • The company undertook a major renovation last year.
  • He undertook the task without hesitation.
  • They undertook the journey despite the harsh weather conditions.
  • Scientists undertook a study to understand the effects of pollution.

On this page you'll find 53 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to undertook, such as: abandoned, abjured, abnegated, acceded, accepted, acquiesced, adopted.

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Related Words

had a go at

  • aimed
  • aspired
  • assayed
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  • endeavored
  • essayed
  • fought
  • hoped
  • shot at
  • shot for
  • sought
  • strained
  • strived
  • strove
  • struggled
  • toiled
  • took up
  • tried
  • troubled
  • undertook
  • worked
  • wrought

had at

tackled

sailed into

accepted

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