Synonyms of to start with

to start with

phrase

as in originally

in the beginning

We didn't have many resources to start with, but we're now seeing steady increases in revenue.

Synonyms & Similar Words

• originally
• primarily
• initially
• firstly
• at first
• incipiently
• primitively

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• finally
• ultimately
• lastly

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of to start with

The film, which was expected to start with closer to $50 million domestically, stands to lose anywhere between $100 million and $120 million in its theatrical run, Variety reported. — Anthony Robledo, USA Today, 1 July 2026