Undergo

/ʌndərˈɡoʊ/

Meaning & Definition

verb

To experience or endure something, especially a change or transformation.

The old factory will undergo renovations to meet modern standards.

To be subjected to or to experience something, typically something unpleasant or challenging.

She had to undergo a painful surgery to repair her knee.

To go through a process or change.

Many students undergo significant personal growth during their time at university.

To be the recipient of an action.

The company is set to undergo a major restructuring in response to market changes.

Middle English, from Old English 'undergān' (to go under), from 'under' + 'gān' (to go)

undergo surgery

to have an operation

undergo changes

to experience alterations or modifications

undergo training

to participate in a developmental program

undergoing

in the process of undergoing something

undergoer

a person or thing that undergoes or experiences something