embark
/ɛmˈbɑːk/verb
To set out on something new, such as a journey or project.
Example sentences
- “After graduation, she embarked on a career in journalism.”
- “The young couple embarked on a year-long trip around South America.”
'Embark on' a venture is the figurative staple. Literally it means boarding a ship or aircraft; 'disembark' is the reverse.