Choose the perfect synonym or antonym for the word The ability or action of taking the first step in a process without being told to do so.
Initiative
/ɪˈnɪʃətɪv/Synonyms:
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Examples:
He took the initiative to start the project.Her initiative made a big difference at work.
Etymology:
Originating from the Latin word initiativus meaning beginning, it evolved through the French initiative during the 16th century.
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