Pronunciation

/ˌʌndərˈteɪkɪŋ/

Definitions

• Noun:

1. An enterprise, project, or task that one undertakes, often involving effort or risk. For example: “She embarked on a major undertaking to renovate her house.”
2. An agreement or commitment to do something. For example: “The company signed an undertaking to deliver the project on time.”

• Verb: To take on a task or responsibility, especially one that is challenging or risky. For example: “He undertook a leadership role in the community project.”

Phrases

• “undertake a project” means to start or engage in a task or mission.
• “undertaking a journey” refers to embarking on a trip or expedition.
• “undertaking great responsibility” implies taking on a significant or demanding duty.

Example Sentences

• Noun: “After months of planning, he finally embarked on his ambitious scientific undertaking.”
• Verb: “She was willing to undertake the daunting task of learning a new language.”

Synonyms

• Venture
• Initiative
• Endeavor
• Mission
• Assignment
• Project
• Undertakings
• Enterprise
• Bold move

Antonyms

• Avoid
• Abstain
• Refrain
• Delegate
• Shirk (in the sense of not taking responsibility)