Initial
Noun, Adjective
UK
/ɪˈnɪʃ.əl/
US
/ɪˈnɪʃ.əl/
Definition
(adj) : First or at the beginning.
(n) : The first letter of a name.
(n) : The first letter of a name.
Example
"(adj) : His initial idea was very simple."
"(adj) : The initial steps of the project were the most important to plan carefully."
"(n) : Please write your initials at the bottom of the form."
Explanation
Initial means first or at the beginning. For example, her initial reaction was surprise. As a noun, it can mean the first letter of a name, like his initials are J.K. Initial can also describe first steps, early thoughts, or starting points in projects or events.