1. plural of inceptor; people who begin or initiate something
Usage: formal; rare
2. in medieval universities, advanced students beginning to teach while completing their degrees
Usage: historical; academic

Examples

• The inceptors of the new program worked tirelessly to establish its framework.
• Medieval inceptors served as teaching assistants while pursuing their master’s degrees.
• The university recognized the contributions of its inceptors to academic instruction.
• These inceptors would eventually become full masters upon completing their studies.
• The project’s inceptors laid the groundwork for future development.