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take on - Dictionary definition and meaning for word take on

Definition
(verb) take on a certain form, attribute, or aspect
Synonyms : acquire , adopt , assume , take
Example Sentence
  • His voice took on a sad tone
  • The story took a new turn
  • he adopted an air of superiority
  • She assumed strange manners
  • The gods assume human or animal form in these fables
Definition
(verb) take on titles, offices, duties, responsibilities
Synonyms : adopt , assume , take over
Example Sentence
  • When will the new President assume office?
Definition
(verb) accept as a challenge
Synonyms : tackle , undertake
Example Sentence
  • I'll tackle this difficult task
Definition
(verb) admit into a group or community
Synonyms : accept , admit , take
Example Sentence
  • accept students for graduate study
  • We'll have to vote on whether or not to admit a new member
Definition
(verb) contend against an opponent in a sport, game, or battle
Synonyms : encounter , meet , play
Example Sentence
  • Princeton plays Yale this weekend
  • Charlie likes to play Mary

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