Meaning Of The Word Initiative

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Initiative Meaning

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What's The Definition Of Initiative?

initiative
An initiative is an important act or statement that is intended to solve a problem.
singular noun: In a fight or contest, if you have the initiative, you are in a better position than your opponents to decide what to do next.
uncountable noun: If you have initiative, you have the ability to decide what to do next and to do it, without needing other people to tell you what to do.

initiative in American English
of, or having the nature of, initiation; introductory; initial
the action of taking the first step or move; responsibility for beginning or originating
adjective: of or pertaining to initiation; serving to initiate
noun: an introductory act or step; leading action

initiative in British English
noun: the first step or action of a matter; commencing move

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