Synonyms: undertake, set about, attempt
Definition: enter upon an activity or enterprise
Similar words: initiate, pioneer
Definition: take the lead or initiative in; participate in the development of
Usage: This South African surgeon pioneered heart transplants
Synonyms: set about, approach, go about
Definition: begin to deal with
Usage: approach a task; go about a difficult problem; approach a new project
Definition: perform an action, or work out or perform (an action)
Usage: think before you act; We must move quickly; The governor should act on the new energy bill; The nanny acted quickly by grabbing the toddler and covering him with a wet towel