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

in a good way; thoroughly; skillfully; to a high standard
Without hesitation or difficulty; willingly.
With the agreement of all people involved; without opposition.
To a reasonable degree; in a just and honest way.
Gradually, little by little.
with the agreement of all people involved; without opposition

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