underwent

[uhn-der-went] / ˌʌn dərˈwɛnt /

VERB

be subjected to

Synonyms

STRONGEST

bear endure experience go through have meet with see suffer sustain withstand

STRONG

abide bow defer encounter feel know share stand support tolerate weather yield

WEAK

bear up put up with submit to

Antonyms

STRONGEST

discontinue refuse surrender

STRONG

disallow disapprove let go oppose reject stop veto

WEAK

commit do execute

Example Sentences

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Between the ages of 6 and 14, these participants underwent behavioral evaluations and brain imaging.

From Science Daily • May 21, 2026

Also on Tuesday, ESPN’s Adam Schefter reported that Rice underwent surgery on his right knee last week to remove loose debris that was causing inflammation.

From Los Angeles Times • May 20, 2026

Before Gomez purchased the property six years ago, it underwent a meticulous renovation and is now described as a “private celebrity compound” that “evokes a magical vision of romance, inspiration, and tranquility.”

From MarketWatch • May 18, 2026

The man developed symptoms and underwent testing in Zurich, where he is receiving care, officials said Wednesday.

From BBC • May 8, 2026

Groups underwent some of the testing at the Lovelace Medical Clinic and Wright-Patterson Air Force Base.

From "Women in Space" by Karen Bush Gibson