CEFR B1

undertook

verb

Meaning

Formally accepted or committed to a task, responsibility, or endeavor.

Examples

She undertook the challenging project with enthusiasm.
The company undertook a thorough review of its policies.

Synonyms: began, started, attempted, committed, assumed

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undertook (B1)

verb

Pronunciation: /ʌn.dərˈtʊk/

Definition

Formally accepted or committed to a task, responsibility, or endeavor.

Examples

She undertook the challenging project with enthusiasm.
The company undertook a thorough review of its policies.
He undertook to finish the report by Friday.

How to Use undertook

undertake + noun (collocation): To begin or accept a task, project, or responsibility. — "They undertook the difficult mission."
undertake to + infinitive (collocation): To promise or agree to do something. — "He undertook to pay back the loan."

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