launched

The word “launched” has 1 syllable: launched

It's pronounced as /lɔːntʃd/


What is synonym and antonym for launched?

In the thesaurus, “launched” has 15 synonyms and 13 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for launched along with examples of usage in sentences.


Synonyms for launched

  • began
  • commenced
  • created
  • established
  • flung
  • founded
  • hurled
  • initiated
  • introduced
  • opened
  • pioneered
  • slung
  • started
  • threw
  • tossed

Antonyms for launched

Meanings of launched

  • verb
    1. To throw (a projectile such as a lance, dart or ball); to hurl; to propel with force.
    2. To pierce with, or as with, a lance.
    3. To cause (a vessel) to move or slide from the land or a larger vessel into the water; to set afloat.
    4. To cause (a rocket, balloon, etc., or the payload thereof) to begin its flight upward from the ground.
    5. To send out; to start (someone) on a mission or project; to give a start to (something); to put in operation.
    6. To start (a program or feature); to execute or bring into operation.
    7. To release; to put onto the market for sale.
    8. Of a ship, rocket, balloon, etc.: to depart on a voyage; to take off.
    9. (often with out) To move with force and swiftness like a sliding from the stocks into the water; to plunge; to begin.
    10. (of a program) To start to operate.

Example Sentences

  • The company launched its new line of smartphones last week.
  • He proudly launched his career as a freelance photographer.
  • The team successfully launched the project after months of preparation.
  • She launched into a detailed explanation about the new policy.
  • The organization launched a fundraising campaign to support local schools.

On this page you'll find 28 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to launched, such as: abolished, began, ceased, commenced, completed, concluded, created.

Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.

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