INCIPIENCY Synonyms: 68 Similar and Opposite Words

incipiency

noun

in-ˈsi-pē-ən(t)-sē

Definition of incipiency

as in beginning

the point at which something begins from its incipiency the city's monthlong festival of the performing arts has been a great success

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Recent Examples of incipiency The incipiency of our polarization was evident during the Watergate years. — Jane Greenway Carr, CNN, 12 June 2022

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Noun

Novelty is also being rewarded, and that is something Abundantia has factored in from the beginning.

— Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 7 Oct. 2026
The cutting edge facade is just the beginning of the sophisticated design of the hotel, both inside and out.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Oct. 2026

Definition of beginning

Noun

While the Clemson game was Congdon’s first start, the freshman has been part of UM’s guard rotation all season.

— Jordan McPherson, Miami Herald, 10 Oct. 2026
Missouri defense collects takeaways to overcome slow start When the Tigers’ offense has started games slow, the defense has been dependable for stops and takeaways.

— PJ Green, Kansas City Star, 10 Oct. 2026

Definition of start

Noun

With the onset of the autumn agricultural harvest and winter heating seasons, domestic distillate inventories, including diesel, continue to trend downward.

— , CNBC, 7 Oct. 2026
This meant that a succession of actors played Arnold over the years, until their voices changed with the onset of puberty.

— Darryn King, Los Angeles Times, 7 Oct. 2026

Definition of onset

Noun

Affleck, always at his best in roles that place his all-American alpha qualities under a harsh, sweat-inducing spotlight, has cast himself ideally here.

— Guy Lodge, Variety, 8 Oct. 2026
With 68% rice bran water, alpha-arbutin (a natural antioxidant), and niacinamide, this brightening trio helps fade dark spots and improve overall clarity without harsh exfoliation.

— Kiana Murden, Vogue, 25 Sep. 2026

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