C1nounformalhealthscience
US/ˈɑːn.set/
UK/ˈɒn.set/
the beginning of something, usually something unpleasant such as an illness or bad weather
In context
The onset of winter made the roads dangerous for drivers.
Early treatment can slow the onset of the disease.
Pain usually appears soon after the onset of fever.
Words that go with onset
noun + preposition
- onset ofThe onset of the rainy season was late this year.
- onset of symptomsThe onset of symptoms usually takes two days.
- at the onsetAt the onset of the crisis, prices began to rise.
adjective + noun
- early onsetEarly onset of the illness is rare.
- sudden onsetThe disease has a sudden onset, with high fever.
verb + noun
- delay the onsetExercise may delay the onset of heart disease.