Synonyms of undertook

undertook

verb

past tense of undertake

as in assumed

to take to or upon oneself

undertook the responsibility of raising the orphaned children as their own

Synonyms & Similar Words

• assumed
• accepted
• shouldered
• embraced
• bore
• adopted
• took over
• advocated
• consented
• endorsed
• championed
• acquiesced
• assented
• acceded
• agreed
• took up
• upheld
• backed
• stood by
• espoused
• supported
• reassumed
• reaccepted

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• refused
• withdrew
• repudiated
• disavowed
• renounced
• disclaimed
• declined
• rejected
• retracted
• disowned
• took back
• recanted
• abjured
• spurned
• turned down
• avoided
• forbore
• abandoned
• bypassed
• refrained (from)
• relinquished
• abstained (from)
• detoured
• forsook
• surrendered
• gave up
• backtracked
• unsaid
• backed off
• backed down
• abnegated

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of undertook

Wudang’s palaces and temples flourished during the Ming dynasty, when Emperor Zhu Di undertook a major building campaign to align his imperial regime with Taoism. — ABC News, 23 Sep. 2026

The financier undertook a campaign to launder his reputation, spending millions — especially donating to scientific research projects — to rehabilitate his image. — Miami Herald, 22 Sep. 2026

As Fernandes undertook his trademark run-up, Tielemans mirrored him exactly, sidestepping and stuttering in synchronisation. — Cerys Jones, New York Times, 4 Sep. 2026

The American military undertook fresh strikes against Iran, hitting air defense and radar system targets. — Leonie Kidd, CNBC, 2 Sep. 2026

The street maintenance project that Fort Worth undertook in 2020 has become larger than itself. — Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 28 Aug. 2026

Ryan undertook extensive restoration work after acquiring Castleton, modernizing the home without sacrificing its historic character. — Mark David, Robb Report, 25 Aug. 2026

Deetjen was president of the Oak Lawn Rotary when the club undertook the effort with the village to construct the memorial. — Olivia Stevens, Chicago Tribune, 22 Aug. 2026

Roger Penske's team undertook the immense challenge of building the entire circuit and facilities from scratch, navigating complex federal and local jurisdictions, a feat more intricate than the Indy 500. — Bruce Martin, Forbes.com, 20 Aug. 2026