Initiative
Definition
(noun) The ability to assess and start things independently
Examples
“She took the initiative to organize the event, impressing her peers.”
“I admired her initiative in calling the plumber.”
“The boss wanted some initiative from the new hire.”
“When the line went dead, Ben showed initiative and called back.”
“Her initiative paid off when the gallery booked her again.”
Related words
Other English words at this level include Vicarious, Altruism, Petulant, Voracity, and Infrastructure. Tap any word to see its definition, examples, and audio.
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