inchoate

C2
Pronunciation
/ɪnˈkəʊeɪt/
/ɪnˈkoʊeɪt/
Noun
1 definition(s)
1 Definition

A beginning, an immature start.

Verb
3 definition(s)
1 Definition

To begin or start (something).

2 Definition

To cause or bring about.

3 Definition

To make a start.

Adjective
3 definition(s)
1 Definition

Recently started but not fully formed yet; just begun; only elementary or immature.

Synonyms
elementary embryonic immature incipient nascent rudimentary
2 Definition

Chaotic, disordered, confused; also, incoherent, rambling.

Synonyms
chaotic confused
3 Definition

Of a crime, imposing criminal liability for an incompleted act.