onset (Meaning)
onset (n)
the beginning or early stages
(military) an offensive against an enemy (using weapons)
onset (n.)
A rushing or setting upon; an attack; an assault; a storming; especially, the assault of an army.
A setting about; a beginning.
Anything set on, or added, as an ornament or as a useful appendage.
onset (v. t.)
To assault; to set upon.
To set about; to begin.
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onset Sentence Examples
- The onset of the storm brought heavy rain and strong winds to the coastal area.
- The athlete experienced a sudden onset of pain during the competition.
- The onset of puberty marks a significant transition in a child's life.
- The onset of the war had a devastating impact on the country and its people.
- The onset of the disease was marked by fever and chills.
- The onset of the economic recession caused widespread financial hardship.
- The onset of autumn brings cooler temperatures and changing leaves.
- The scientist observed the onset of a chemical reaction under certain conditions.
- The onset of the new millennium was celebrated with great fanfare around the world.
- The onset of menopause can cause various physical and emotional changes in women.
FAQs About the word onset
the beginning or early stages, (military) an offensive against an enemy (using weapons)A rushing or setting upon; an attack; an assault; a storming; especially,
raid, assault, strike,attack, onslaught, attempt, barrage, aggression, charge, blitz
opposition, opposition,defense, resistance, defense, resistance, guard, protection, security, shield
The onset of the storm brought heavy rain and strong winds to the coastal area.
The athlete experienced a sudden onset of pain during the competition.
The onset of puberty marks a significant transition in a child's life.
The onset of the war had a devastating impact on the country and its people.
