Inception
/ɪnˈsepʃən/
Definitions
2 meaningsThe act of beginning; commencement.
/ɪnˈsepʃən/
The establishment or starting point of something
The inception of the project was marked by meticulous planning.
💡 Simply: Imagine you're starting a new game or project. The inception is the very beginning, the moment you decide to get it going. It's like the starting line of a race!
👶 For kids: The start of something new!
More Examples
From its inception, the organization was dedicated to helping others.
The artist's idea for the sculpture had its inception during a dream.
How It's Used
"The inception of the company was marked by a clear vision and strong leadership."
"The museum traces the inception of the art movement back to the early 20th century."
The act of implanting an idea, concept, or feeling into another person's mind.
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The act of implanting an idea or feeling.
The marketing campaign's goal was the inception of brand loyalty among consumers.
💡 Simply: In the movie *Inception*, it's about planting an idea in someone's mind. In real life, it's like trying to get someone to start thinking or feeling a certain way by putting the idea there.
👶 For kids: Planting a thought in someone's head.
More Examples
The story revolves around the protagonist's attempts at dream inception.
The consultant specializes in the inception of new strategies within established organizations.
How It's Used
"The therapist aimed to achieve the inception of a healthier mindset."
"The film explores the concept of dream inception."
Synonyms & Antonyms
From Late Latin *inceptio* ("a beginning"), from *incipere* ("to begin"), from *in-* ("in") + *capere* ("to take").
The word 'inception' has been used since the 15th century in legal and philosophical contexts to describe the start or beginning of something.
Memory tip
Think of 'in' (beginning) and 'ception' (a capture or taking hold of an idea, or start).
Word Origin
"to begin"