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initiative
This word carries a strong connotation of leadership and proactivity. It describes the spark of action that happens when someone refuses to wait for instructions, suggesting a mix of confidence, resourcefulness, and ambition. In a professional setting, it is a highly positive trait associated with high-performers and self-starters. When used to describe a formal program or policy, the word shifts toward a sense of structured ambition. It implies a strategic, organized effort to tackle a systemic problem, distinguishing it from a simple task or a random act of kindness. It suggests a goal-oriented journey with a clear beginning and a desired end state.
Countable when referring to a specific project or policy (a green energy initiative). Uncountable when referring to the personal quality of being proactive (she has plenty of initiative).
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The ability to act and make decisions independently to solve a problem.
"He showed great initiative by fixing the leak before being asked."
A fresh plan of action intended to resolve a specific difficulty.
"The government launched a new initiative to reduce plastic waste."
The power or opportunity to act before others do.
"The company took the initiative to enter the Asian market first."