INITIALLY Synonyms: 10 Similar and Opposite Words

initially

adverb

i-ˈni-sh(ə-)lē

Definition of initially next

as in originally

in the beginning we initially intended to rebuild our hurricane-damaged home from the ground up

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Recent Examples of initially The Dolphins initially traded Fitzpatrick to the Steelers during the 2019 season. —

Ryan Gaydos, FOXNews.com, 9 Mar. 2026 Powered initially by Ferrari engines, the team plans to introduce its own General Motors power unit in 2029. —

Brad Spurgeon, Robb Report, 9 Mar. 2026 Sanon is a dual Haitian-American citizen who investigators say was initially favored by the conspirators to replace Moïse. —

David Fischer, Sun Sentinel, 9 Mar. 2026 The Dolphins initially signed Dulcich to the practice squad in late August but quickly promoted him to the 53-man roster. —

Miami Herald, 9 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for initially

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originally

Adverb

Part of The Coach Originals, it’s inspired by one of the brand’s legacy bags that originally debuted in 1997.

— Caley Sturgill, Southern Living, 8 Mar. 2026
The board’s resolution to fill the seat originally stated that two to four candidates would be interviewed.

— Imani Cruzen, Twin Cities, 8 Mar. 2026