initial
Translation
initial, first, early
Examples
The initial plan was to travel by train.
The initial plan was to travel by train.
His initial reaction was one of surprise.
His initial reaction was one of surprise.
Grammar Patterns
((initial)) ((noun)) The initial results are promising.
Similar Words
Synonyms: first, original, primary; Antonyms: final, last
Etymology
From Latin 'initium' (a beginning), from 'in-' (into) + 'ire' (to go).
Memory Tips
Think of 'initiate', which means to start something. 'Initial' refers to the very beginning of something.