outset

noun · OWT-set

CEFR C1

the start or beginning of something

आरंभ, शुरुआत

Usage

from the outsetat the outsetright from the outset

Examples

It was clear from the outset that it would be hard.

At the outset, let me thank the organisers.

Common mistake

From the onset, the plan was clear.

From the outset, the plan was clear.

Outset means start; onset is the start of something bad.

Remember: Outset: right at the start.

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