begin
US /bɪˈɡɪn/
Definition
take the first step or steps in carrying out an action
Tested in TOEIC business and workplace contexts.
Examples
The seminar will begin at ten o'clock in the main auditorium.
Word Family
Synonyms
- startthe beginning of anything
- commencetake the first step or steps in carrying out an action
- initiatesomeone new to a field or activity
Collocations
- Easy begin readingto begin reading, meaning to take the first step or steps in carrying out an action
- Medium begin negotiations next Mondayto begin negotiations next Monday, meaning to take the first step or steps in carrying out an action
- Hard begin implementation of fiscal reformsto begin implementation of fiscal reforms, meaning to take the first step or steps in carrying out an action
- Very Hard charity begins at home principledescribing charity begins at home principle (a foundation created to promote the public good (not for assistance to any particular individuals))
Learner's English edition · Curated definitions for TOEIC learners.