begin

/ˈbɛɡɪn/

Definitions

1. verb

to start or initiate something; to commence an activity or process.

“She began her new job on Monday.”

2. noun

the point at which something starts or begins.

“The beginning of the semester was marked by a welcome ceremony.”

3. adverb

in the earliest stage or at the start.

“The new restaurant began serving breakfast at 7 am.”

Synonyms

  • commence
  • initiate
  • launch
  • start

Antonyms

  • conclude
  • end
  • terminate