inception

Meaning

The establishment or starting point of an institution or activity.

The establishment or starting point of an institution or activity; the beginning.

the beginning or start of something

Example Sentences

The inception of the company marked a new era in the industry.

Since its inception, the company has grown rapidly.

The company has grown rapidly since its inception.

Synonyms

beginning, origin, Beginning, Initiation, Foundation, commencement, initiation, foundation

Entry 1

beginning, origin

Entry 2

Beginning, Initiation, Foundation

Entry 3

beginning, commencement, origin, initiation, foundation

Antonyms

conclusion, end, Conclusion, End, Termination

Entry 1

conclusion, end

Entry 2

Conclusion, End, Termination

Entry 3

end, conclusion

Collocations

since inception, at the inception, project inception, inception date