initiative — the ability to assess and initiate things independently
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: the ability to assess and initiate things independently
Pronunciation (IPA): /ɪˈnɪʃətɪv/
Korean meaning: 주도권, 솔선수범
Korean pronunciation: 이-니-셔-티브 (강세: 니)
Example Sentences
- My boss loves employees who take initiative, but somehow I always take the initiative to take coffee breaks.
- The company's green initiative includes planting trees and recycling paper.
- Students who show initiative in class often get better grades.
initiative
NOUN//ɪˈnɪʃətɪv//
the ability to assess and initiate things independently
Taking initiative to solve problems
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Origin
From Latin 'initiativus' meaning 'beginning' or 'commencing,' derived from 'initiare' (to begin or enter upon). The word entered English in the 16th century and originally referred to the right or power to begin something.
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“My boss loves employees who take initiative, but somehow I always take the initiative to take coffee breaks.”
“The company's green initiative includes planting trees and recycling paper.”
“Students who show initiative in class often get better grades.”
“The peace initiative between the two countries failed due to political differences.”
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