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Dictionary Entry

began

verb

Find the meaning of the word began, plus dictionary definition, pronunciation, thesaurus-style synonyms, antonyms, and related vocabulary.

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Meaning

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Started or commenced an action or state.

Example Sentence

The concert began with a powerful opening act that captivated the audience.

Usage Note

Used to indicate the point in time or the action when something started in the past. For example, 'He began to understand the problem.'