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inceptive

adjective

/ɪnˈsɛptɪv/

Meaning

Relating to or marking the beginning or initial stage of something.

The inceptive phase of the project was marked by enthusiastic planning.

initial, beginning, early, nascent, preliminary

final, ending, concluding

inceptive stage, inceptive period, inceptive idea, inceptive moment

Related to mental processes such as thinking, understanding, learning, and remembering.

Occurring irregularly or in scattered instances rather than continuously.

burning fiercely; extremely hot; very bright

Modified or calibrated to account for risk factors in investment returns.

impossible to conceive or imagine; beyond belief or consideration

evoking a keen sense of sadness or regret; deeply touching