nascent
adjective
Just beginning to develop; emerging and not yet fully formed. Describes things in the earliest stages of growth or formation.
Etymology
From Latin "nascens," present participle of "nasci" (to be born). Related to "natal," "native," and "nature." The word emphasizes the moment of coming into being.
Examples in Use
- 1.
"The nascent democracy struggled against authoritarian tendencies."
- 2.
"Nascent technologies often face skepticism before gaining acceptance."
- 3.
"Their nascent friendship blossomed into a lasting bond."
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Fun Fact
In chemistry, "nascent" describes atoms at the moment of formation from compounds, before they bond. Nascent hydrogen, for instance, is more reactive than stable molecular hydrogen.
Word Game Tips
Letters: 7 letters (N, A, S, C, E, N, T)
Scrabble Value: 9 points
Tip: Try building from common prefixes or suffixes when you spot these letters.
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