verb
1.
Synonyms: lift 1, elevate, hoist, pick up, raise, rear, uphold, uplift, upraise, uprear
2.
Synonyms: begin 1, commence, enter, get off, initiate, kick off, open, set to, start, tee off
3.
Synonyms: take on 3, undertake
Related Word: assume; tackle
Idioms: address oneself to
4.
Synonyms: adopt , embrace, espouse, take on
Related Word: support; affiliate
5.
Synonyms: resume 2, continue, pick up, recommence, renew, reopen, restart