Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
ab-initio
Adverb
/æb ɪˈnɪʃ.i.oʊ/
Definition
From the beginning; from the first principles.
Examples
- The researchers conducted the study ab-initio, starting with the simplest theories.
- We used an ab-initio approach to model the molecular interactions.
- In physics, many calculations are performed ab-initio to ensure accuracy.
Meaning
The term ‘ab-initio’ is used to describe a method of analysis that starts from the most fundamental concepts and builds up from there. It is often used in scientific and technical contexts, particularly in fields like chemistry and physics.
Synonyms
- From scratch
- From the outset
- From the beginning
