initially (B1)

adverb

Pronunciation: /ɪˈnɪʃəli/

Definition

At the beginning or in the first instance; originally.

Examples

• Initially, I thought the job would be easy, but it turned out to be very challenging.

• The company's initially stated goal was to expand into international markets.

• She was initially hesitant to try the new restaurant, but she ended up loving the food.

Synonyms of initially

Words with a similar meaning to initially:

• first
• originally
• at first
• in the beginning

Antonyms of initially

Words with the opposite meaning to initially:

• eventually
• finally

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