started
Definitions
Began to perform or undergo an action, process, or activity.
Set in motion or established something, such as a business or organization.
Moved or jumped suddenly due to surprise, alarm, or pain.
Examples
The heavy rain started just as we reached the park.
She started her new job at the marketing firm last Monday.
Everyone started laughing when the clown tripped over his own shoes.
Synonyms
began commenced initiated launched originated opened inaugurated