nascent state

American  

noun

Chemistry.

1. the condition of an element at the instant it is set free from a combination in which it has previously existed.

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Etymology

Origin of nascent state

First recorded in 1790–1800

Example Sentences

With Washington’s latest power dynamics in their nascent state, Tuesday’s events illustrated the weight of Trump’s voice in discussions on Capitol Hill.

From Washington Post • Jan. 3, 2017

Two years ago last week, leader Abu Bakr Baghdadi declared his nascent state the caliphate after a stunning series of military victories.

From Time • Jul. 5, 2016

I’m eager to hear what people think of the product in its nascent state.

From Slate • Feb. 24, 2015

His ability to pivot from the absurd to realpolitik is just as compelling to behold in its nascent state in “Better Call Saul.”

From New York Times • Jan. 14, 2015

We deplore the use of commonplace and sensational topics, colloquial expressions, and malformed spelling; but make due concessions to the youth of the editorial staff and the nascent state of the periodical.

From Writings in the United Amateur, 1915-1922 by Lovecraft, H. P. (Howard Phillips)