nascent
Translation
nascent, emerging, developing
Examples
The nascent tech industry is growing rapidly.
The nascent tech industry is growing rapidly.
She has a nascent talent for painting.
She has a nascent talent for painting.
Grammar Patterns
((nascent)) + noun just beginning to exist The project is in its nascent stages.
Similar Words
Synonyms: emerging, developing, budding; Antonyms: mature, developed
Etymology
From Latin 'nasci', meaning 'to be born'. It's related to words like 'nation' and 'native'.
Memory Tips
Think of the 'nasc-' part as relating to birth, like in 'native' or 'nation'. A nascent idea is one that has just been born.