Outset

/ˈaʊtˌsɛt/

Meaning & Definition

noun

The beginning or start of something.

At the outset of the meeting, the committee outlined their goals for the year.

The initial phase or stage of an event or process.

From the outset, it was clear that the project would require more funding than initially expected.

A point in time when something begins.

She wanted to ensure that everyone was informed from the outset of the changes in policy.

Middle English, from out + set; literally meaning 'set out'.

from the outset

Indicating from the very beginning.

at the outset

At the start or beginning of something.

beginning

The point in time or space at which something starts.

initiation

The act of starting something.