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Synonyms & Similar Words
commenced
started
initiated
begun
launched
opened
originated
founded
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created
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instituted
introduced
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previous
earlier
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Meaning of Begun
The primary meaning of the word "begun" is the past participle of "begin", indicating the start of an action or process.
Definitions
- The past participle of "begin", used to form the present perfect and past perfect tenses, indicating the start of an action or process.
- * Used to describe an action or process that has started, but not necessarily completed.
Etymology of Begun
The word "begun" originates from the Old English word "beginnan", which is a combination of "be" (meaning "to be" or "to become") and "ginnan" (meaning "to begin" or "to start").
Historically, the word "begun" has been used since the 9th century to indicate the start of an action or process, and its meaning has remained relatively consistent over time.
Example Uses
- The project has begun, and we expect it to be completed within the next six months.
- * By the time I arrived, the meeting had begun, and I had to wait until the next break to join.
- * The company has begun to expand its operations into new markets, which is expected to increase revenue.
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
ended
stopped
ceased
terminated
finished
completed
concluded
closed
halted
suspended
delayed
postponed
abandoned
discontinued
interrupted
broken
severed
dissolved
annihilated
destroyed
eradicated
extinguished
extinguished
quashed
squashed
crushed
defeated