embark

/ɛmbˈɑːk/

/ɛmˈbɑɹk/, /ɪmˈbɑɹk/

to embark

MAIN VERB

to board a plane or ship; to cause someone or something to board a plane or ship

synonyms : ship

antonyms : disembark

to start or initiate something, such as a new project or venture

synonyms : enter

to proceed somewhere or start a journey, even though there may be potential risks or dangers involved

synonyms : venture

Examples

1. The couple embarked on a tour across Europe to celebrate their anniversary.

2. We will embark on the cruise ship tomorrow morning for our vacation.

3. Passengers are requested to embark the airplane at Gate 5 for departure.

4. The captain announced that we could embark the ferry to the nearby island.