initial Synonyms
initial Meaning
initial (n)
the first letter of a word (especially a person's name)
initial (v)
mark with one's initials
initial (s)
occurring at the beginning
initial (a.)
Of or pertaining to the beginning; marking the commencement; incipient; commencing; as, the initial symptoms of a disease.
Placed at the beginning; standing at the head, as of a list or series; as, the initial letters of a name.
initial (n.)
The first letter of a word or a name.
initial (v. t.)
To put an initial to; to mark with an initial of initials.
initial Sentence Examples
- The initial stages of the project were fraught with challenges.
- The initial reaction to the news was one of shock and disbelief.
- The candidate's initial appearance gave a favorable impression.
- The initial investment was substantial, but the potential returns were promising.
- The initial findings of the study supported the hypothesis.
- The initial meeting of the committee had a productive outcome.
- The initial design of the building was later modified considerably.
- The initial offer for the property was rejected by the seller.
- The initial symptoms of the illness included fever and fatigue.
- The initial response from the audience was enthusiastic and encouraging.
FAQs About the word initial
the first letter of a word (especially a person's name), mark with one's initials, occurring at the beginningOf or pertaining to the beginning; marking the comm
foremost, maiden,first, inaugural, original, earliest, premier,previous, pioneer, early
latest, ultimate, final, latter, latter, last, latest, last, ultimate, terminal
The initial stages of the project were fraught with challenges.
The initial reaction to the news was one of shock and disbelief.
The candidate's initial appearance gave a favorable impression.
The initial investment was substantial, but the potential returns were promising.
