outset

noun

Meaning

The beginning or start of something.

Examples

It was clear from the outset that the plan was flawed.
They agreed at the outset to share all profits equally.

Synonyms: start, beginning, commencement, inception

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outset

noun

Pronunciation: /ˈaʊt.set/

Definition

The beginning or start of something.

Examples

It was clear from the outset that the plan was flawed.
They agreed at the outset to share all profits equally.
The project faced technical difficulties right from the outset.

Synonyms of outset

Words with a similar meaning to outset:

start
beginning
commencement
inception

Antonyms of outset

Words with the opposite meaning to outset:

end
conclusion

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