outset

noun

out·​set ˈau̇t-ˌset 

: beginning, start

Synonyms

• alpha
• baseline
• beginning
• birth
• commencement
• dawn
• day one
• genesis
• get-go
• git-go
• inception
• incipience
• incipiency
• kickoff
• launch
• morning
• nascence
• nascency
• onset
• start
• threshold

Examples of outset in a Sentence

There have been problems with the project from the outset.

From its very outset, the company has produced the highest quality products.

He made it clear at the outset that he is not going to quit his job.

She set high goals for herself at the outset of her career.

Recent Examples on the Web

Layer it on Rick Spielman, the former GM of the Minnesota Vikings and Miami Dolphins and the personnel director for the Bears from 1997-99, believes Poles tailored the roster for Williams to have success from the outset. —Brad Biggs, Chicago Tribune, 12 May 2024

All appear engaged at the outset, sitting for video interviews and promoting the series on social media. —J. George Gorant, Robb Report, 9 May 2024

Word History

First Known Use

1759, in the meaning defined above

Kids Definition

outset

noun

out·​set ˈau̇t-ˌset 

: beginning sense 1, start