Words Like INITIATIVE

We have put together a list of words that are similar to INITIATIVE.

13 Alternative Words Similar to initiative

1 Inaugural Adjective      Synonym Words Like Inaugural
2 Initiatory Adjective      Synonym Words Like Initiatory
3 First Adjective      Synonym Words Like First
4 Maiden Adjective      Synonym Words Like Maiden
5 Opening Adjective      Similar Words Like Opening
6 Enterprise Noun      Synonym Words Like Enterprise
8 Beginning Noun      Synonym Words Like Beginning
9 Commencement Noun      Synonym Words Like Commencement
10 Drive Noun      Synonym Words Like Drive
11 Start Noun      Synonym Words Like Start
12 Introductory Adjective      Synonym Words Like Introductory
13 Energy Noun      Synonym Words Like Energy

6 examples of initiative

1 the initiative in respect to revenue bills is in the House of Representatives
2 to have the initiative
3 his first (or maiden) speech in Congress
4 the liner's maiden voyage
5 an initiatory step toward a treaty
6 the initiative phase in the negotiations

10 definitions of initiative

1 Serving to initiate; inceptive; initiatory; introductory; preliminary.
2 An introductory step or movement; an act which originates or begins.
3 The right or power to introduce a new measure or course of action, as in legislation.
4 a character trait manifested in a readiness and ability to initiate action; an enterprising spirit; a go-getting attitude; energy; drive; get-up-and-go.
5 in interactive activities, such as conversation or games, the right or opportunity to set the course of action.
6 readiness to embark on bold new ventures
7 the first of a series of actions
8 serving to set in motion
9 The power or ability to begin or to follow through energetically with a plan or task; enterprise and determination.
10 A beginning or introductory step; an opening move: took the initiative in trying to solve the problem.
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