Spudded is a word typically used in mining and drilling to refer to the act of beginning drilling into the ground. However, there are a number of other words that can be used as synonyms for spudded. Some of these words include commenced, initiated, started, launched, kicked off, inaugurated, and begun. Each of these words carries similar connotations to spudded and can be used interchangeably in most cases. When working in fields such as mining or geology, it can be useful to have a strong vocabulary of related terms to ensure clear communication with colleagues and colleagues in related fields.