Inception
/ɪnˈsɛp.ʃən/
Meaning & Definition
noun
the beginning or start of something, particularly an idea or project.
The inception of the project was marked by a meeting of all stakeholders.
the establishment or starting point of an institution or activity.
Since its inception, the charity has raised millions for homeless families.
the act of beginning something.
Their inception of the new policy was met with enthusiasm from the community.
Etymology
From Latin 'inceptio', from 'inceptus', past participle of 'incipere' meaning 'to begin'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
at the inception
At the very beginning or start of something.
inception point
The critical moment when something begins.
Related Words
initiator
A person or thing that initiates or begins something.
creation
The action or process of bringing something into existence.
Slang Meanings
The start of something big.
That was the inception of the tech revolution.
Kicking off a project or plan.
We're at the inception of our new marketing strategy.