launched (B1)

verb

Pronunciation: /lɔːntʃt/

Definition

Began or set in motion an activity, action, or enterprise.

Examples

• The charity launched a campaign to raise money for the homeless.

• The new software was launched last week and has already received positive reviews.

• They launched an investigation into the alleged corruption.

How to Use launched

launch into (prepositional phrase)

Start doing something energetically or enthusiastically, often speaking. — "He launched into a long explanation of his plans."

launch on (prepositional phrase)

Begin an activity or enterprise. — "The company launched on the stock market last year."

Synonyms of launched

Words with a similar meaning to launched:

• started
• initiated
• commenced
• unleashed

Antonyms of launched

Words with the opposite meaning to launched:

• ended
• halted
• concluded

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