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Meaning of underwent
The primary meaning of the word "underwent" is to experience or suffer something, especially a process or treatment.
Etymology of underwent
The word "underwent" originates from the Old English words "under" and "gān", meaning "to go" or "to proceed", with the prefix "under-" indicating a sense of subservience or submission.
Historically, the word has been used since the 15th century to describe a range of experiences, from physical transformations to emotional struggles.
Synonyms
experienced
endured
suffered
tolerated
withstood
resisted
survived
faced
encountered
met
underwent
sustained
borne
braved
weathered
persevered
persisted
continued
proceeded
went
passed
happened
occurred
transpired
befell
came
befallen
happened to
occurred to
took place
done
did
borne with
put up with
allowed
permitted
acquiesced
concurred
assented
agreed
Definitions
- The word "underwent" is defined by Oxford Languages as the past tense of "undergo", meaning to experience or suffer something, especially a process or treatment.
- * It can also imply a sense of endurance or toleration, as in withstanding a difficult or unpleasant situation.
Usage Examples
- The patient underwent surgery to repair the damaged tissue.
- * The company underwent a major restructuring to stay competitive.
- * She underwent a significant transformation after her spiritual awakening.