initialise

/ɪˈnɪʃəlɪˌzaɪz/

Definitions

1. verb

to set or bring something into operation or existence for the first time

“The company will initialise the new software system next week.”

2. verb

to set a value or condition to a particular point at the start

“The programmer had to initialise the counter to zero.”

3. noun

the first step or stage in a process or sequence of events

“The initialise of the project was marked by a grand ceremony.”

4. noun

the initial state or condition of something

“The initialise of the system was stable and efficient.”

Synonyms

  • begin
  • initiate
  • start

Antonyms

  • halt
  • terminate