principiar

Definitions of principiar
  1. verb
    take the first step or steps in carrying out an action
    synonyms: comenzar, empezar, iniciar
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    antonyms:
    acabar, concluir, finalizar, terminar
    bring to an end or halt
  2. verb
    set in motion, cause to start
    synonyms: comenzar, empezar, iniciar
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    antonyms:
    acabar, concluir, finalizar, terminar
    bring to an end or halt
    types:
    comenzar, empezar
    get off the ground
    inaugurar
    commence officially
  3. verb
    begin or set in motion
    synonyms: comenzar, empezar, iniciar, iniciarse
  4. verb
    begin work or acting in a certain capacity, office or job
    synonyms: comenzar, empezar, iniciar, iniciarse
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    types:
    asumir, tomar
    take on titles, offices, duties, responsibilities
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