initially

adverb
/ɪˈnɪʃəli/

Meaning

At the beginning; at first.

Example Sentences

Initially, he refused the offer but later accepted it.

Synonyms

at first, originally, at the start, to begin with

Antonyms

finally, eventually

Collocations

initially planned, initially intended, initially thought

Related Vocabularies

completely; directly; without reservation or concealment
in a way that is very near in space, time, or relationship; carefully and attentively
in a way that is worthy of respect; decently; properly
in a strong manner or to a great extent
In an independent or self-governing manner.
in a way that happens quickly and unexpectedly

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