Synonyms for

Undertook

Verb / ˌʌndɜ:ˈtʊk / Another word for undertook — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

to take on or begin a task or responsibility

Synonyms & similar words

takeon tackle attempt contract guarantee setabout undertake takeincharge accept tackle assume shoulder embark commence initiate engage begin start adopt embrace address manage handle grapple

Synonyms by register

Formal

commenced initiated engaged in embarked upon

Informal

took on went for got stuck into tackled

Literary

assumed wrought

Antonyms

avoided shirked neglected refused declined eschewed abstained

Common collocations

  • undertook a task
  • undertook the responsibility
  • undertook the project
  • undertook an investigation
  • undertook the journey
  • undertook the challenge

Word family

noun undertaking
verb undertake

Usage note

Undertook is the past tense of undertake. It implies a commitment to a significant task or responsibility, often with a sense of seriousness or determination.

Example sentences

  1. She undertook the task of writing a book.
  2. He undertook to fix the leaky faucet.
  3. We undertook the project together.
  4. The company undertook the construction of the new building.
  5. I undertook a new job last week.

Quotes

  • I undertook the duty, and I did it to the best of my ability.
  • To undertake is to achieve.
  • We must undertake the task that has been given to us with courage and determination.

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