Word of the DayWord of the Day · September 27, 2026
nascent
- NAY-sent · adjective
- Just coming into existence and beginning to develop.
- “The nascent technology sector in the region has attracted significant venture capital.”
- Origin: From Latin 'nascens' meaning 'being born.'
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