Meaning & use
inception
The establishment or starting point of an organization, project, or process.
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The nonprofit has grown steadily since its inception a decade ago.
From its inception, the company focused on sustainable, locally sourced materials.
A note on using this word
Inception often appears in the phrase 'since its inception,' referring to formal organizations, plans, or projects rather than everyday events.
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