initiative

The word “initiative” has 4 syllables: in-i-tia-tive

It's pronounced as /ɪˈnɪʃ.ə.tɪv/

What is synonym and antonym for initiative?

In the thesaurus, “initiative” has 24 synonyms and 11 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for initiative along with examples of usage in sentences.

Synonyms for initiative

action
aggressiveness
ambition
ambitiousness
assertiveness
drive
energy
enterprise
go
grit
gumption
hardihood
hustle
killer instinct
overambitiousness
pep
pluck
self-reliance
snap
spirit
spunk
starch
vigor
vitality

Antonyms for initiative

diffidence
faintheartedness
hesitation
inactivity
indolence
inertia
laziness
lethargy
passivity
reluctance
timidity

Meanings of initiative

noun
1. A beginning; a first move.
2. A new development; a fresh approach to something; a new way of dealing with a problem.
3. The ability to act first or on one's own.
4. An issue to be voted on, brought to the ballot by a sufficient number of signatures from among the voting public.
adjective
1. Serving to initiate; inceptive; initiatory; introductory; preliminary.
2. In which voter initiatives can be brought to the ballot.

Example Sentences

She showed great initiative by starting the community cleanup project.
The company launched a new initiative to support small businesses.
Taking initiative in meetings can help you stand out as a leader.
The government introduced an educational initiative to improve literacy rates.
Employees are encouraged to use their initiative when solving problems.

On this page you'll find 35 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to initiative, such as: action, aggressiveness, ambition, ambitiousness, assertiveness, diffidence, drive.

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