conception

Definitions

The action of conceiving a child or of a child being conceived.

The forming or devising of a plan or idea.

A general understanding, notion, or concept of something.

Examples

The architect's initial conception of the building was far more ambitious than the final design.

From the very conception of the project, the team knew that meeting the deadline would be a significant challenge.

Synonyms

idea notion concept formulation inception beginning understanding

Antonyms

misconception conclusion end termination misunderstanding ignorance reality