inception

• Der Beginn oder erste Abschnitt eines Vorgangs oder einer Entwicklung; auch der Ursprung oder die Grundlage von etwas.

An event that marks the beginning or first stage of subsequent events.

1. Beginning or startB2formal

   The initial stage or event from which something develops; the point at which something begins.

   Anfang

   • The inception of the project was met with great enthusiasm.
   • This company has grown rapidly since its inception.
   • The policy has been in effect since its inception in 2015.

   Synonymebeginningbirthcommencementdawninitiationlaunchonsetoriginoutsetstart

   Antonymeclosecompletionconclusionendfinaletermination

2. Establishment of an organizationC1formal

   The founding or creation of an institution, business, or system.

   Gründung einer Organisation

   • The inception of the United Nations took place in 1945.
   • The charity has helped thousands since its inception.
   • The firm celebrated the 50th anniversary of its inception.

   Synonymeconstitutioncreationestablishmentformationfoundinginitiationinstitutionlaunch

3. Concept of planting an ideaC1informal

   In a figurative sense, the introduction or implantation of a thought or concept into someone's mind.

   Eingebung einer Idee

   • The movie explores the idea of the inception of a dream within a dream.
   • He described the inception of the plan as a moment of pure inspiration.
   • The speech marked the inception of a new movement in their community.

   Synonymeimplantationinculcationinsinuationinstillationintroduction