OUTSET Synonyms: 68 Similar and Opposite Words

outset

noun

ˈau̇t-ˌset

Definition of outset

as in beginning

the point at which something begins I wish you'd mentioned this problem at the outset

Synonyms & Similar Words

Relevance

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

Example Sentences

Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to show current usage. Read More Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback.

Recent Examples of outset At the outset of Wednesday’s hearing, Judge Kaplan acknowledged the keen interest in LIV’s Chapter 11 case, recounting how he had been bombarded over the weekend at his golf club about what would happen next. — Eben Novy-Williams, Sportico.com, 7 Oct. 2026 Leibowitz acknowledged at the outset of his opinion how little precedent exists on the question. — Antonio María Delgado, Miami Herald, 6 Oct. 2026 Company officials characterized the pace as methodical at the outset, followed by an aggressive push toward commercial licensing. — Aman Tripathi, Interesting Engineering, 3 Oct. 2026 At the outset of the Civil War, most Southern Jews supported the Confederacy, and approximately 2,000 to 3,000 Jewish men enlisted in its army. — Ashley Walters, The Conversation, 30 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for outset

Recent Examples of Synonyms for outset

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

Browse Nearby Words

outs

outset

outsets

See all Nearby Words

Cite this Entry

Style

“Outset.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/outset. Accessed 14 Oct. 2026.

Copy Citation

Synonyms of outset

noun

Example Sentences

Browse Nearby Words

Cite this Entry

More from Merriam-Webster

Word of the Day

deportment

Popular in Grammar & Usage

Do You Need a New Language Peeve?

The Exceptions of '-s' and '-es' Plurals

Merriam-Webster’s Great Big List of Words You Love to Hate

Is it 'nerve-racking' or 'nerve-wracking'?

What's the difference between 'fascism' and 'socialism'?

Popular in Wordplay

The Real Origin of 'Supercalifragilistic'

9 Words That Sound Like Insults But Aren't

7 Words for Bad Endings and Rough Situations

The Words of the Week - Oct. 9

Why do we call it a 'flea market'?

Popular

Do You Need a New Language Peeve?

The Real Origin of 'Supercalifragilistic'

9 Words That Sound Like Insults But Aren't

Games & Quizzes