Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
at the outset
idiom
/æt ðə ˈaʊtˌsɛt/
Definition
At the beginning or start of something.
Examples
- At the outset of the project, we established clear goals.
- It’s important to address potential issues at the outset to avoid complications later.
Meaning
This phrase is used to indicate that something occurs from the very beginning of a situation or process.
Synonyms
- initially
- from the beginning
- at first
