INITIATIVE Synonyms: 35 Similar and Opposite Words

initiative

noun

i-ˈni-shə-tiv

as in ambition

readiness to engage in daring or difficult activity the sentry showed remarkable initiative and uncommon bravery in foiling the terrorist attack

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Recent Examples of initiative Both the import fees and Trump’s plans to deport millions of immigrants who lack permanent legal status – an initiative that already has begun – are likely to reignite inflation and hamper economic growth, economists say. —

Paul Davidson, USA TODAY, 7 Feb. 2025 In addition to broad-impact initiatives such as education, healthcare and poverty alleviation, donors are also backing specialized causes such as marine conservation. —

Kevin Lim, CNBC, 7 Feb. 2025 The filing also highlights Amazon's commitment to sustainability initiatives and its efforts to manage risks related to data security and privacy. —

Quartz Intelligence Newsroom, Quartz, 7 Feb. 2025 The issue with many state initiatives to help with homelessness is that the burden of proof to show aid is needed is onerous. —

Graham P. Johnson, Twin Cities, 7 Feb. 2025 See all Example Sentences for initiative

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During the early days of its autonomous vehicle (AV) ambitions, Tesla did its testing in California, like most of the rest of the industry.

— Jonathan M. Gitlin, Ars Technica, 10 Feb. 2025
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