Synonyms for

Embarked

Verb / eˈmbɑ:rkt / Another word for embarked — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

to begin a journey, especially by a ship or plane

Synonyms & similar words

ship disembark embark enter venture commenced initiated launched started undertook commenced begun instituted opened

Synonyms by register

Formal

commenced initiated undertook began

Informal

started got going set off jumped into

Literary

launched set sail ventured

Antonyms

disembarked arrived concluded finished stopped halted descended

Common collocations

  • embarked on a journey
  • embarked on a project
  • embarked on a career
  • embarked on a mission
  • embarked on a new chapter
  • embarked on a venture
  • embarked on a quest

Word family

noun embarkation
verb embark

Usage note

Often used with 'on' to indicate the beginning of an activity or journey. Can imply a significant or exciting undertaking.

Example sentences

  1. He embarked on a journey to find treasure.
  2. They embarked on a boat to go fishing.
  3. We embarked on a new adventure.
  4. The passengers embarked the ship before sunset.
  5. The astronauts embarked on a mission to explore space.

Quotes

  • 'We are all embarked on a journey of discovery, a voyage of exploration under the direction of an unerring navigator - the biological evolution of our brain.' - John Horgan
  • 'Life is a journey embarked upon by the body, and the body is a vehicle of consciousness.' - Deepak Chopra
  • 'Success is a journey, not a destination. The doing is often more important than the outcome.' - Arthur Ashe

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