initiative (Meaning)
initiative (n)
readiness to embark on bold new ventures
the first of a series of actions
initiative (s)
serving to set in motion
initiative (a.)
Serving to initiate; inceptive; initiatory; introductory; preliminary.
initiative (n.)
An introductory step or movement; an act which originates or begins.
The right or power to introduce a new measure or course of action, as in legislation; as, the initiative in respect to revenue bills is in the House of Representatives.
The right or procedure by which legislation may be introduced or enacted directly by the people, as in the Swiss Confederation and in many of the States of the United States; -- chiefly used with the. The procedure of the initiative is essentially as follows: Upon the filing of a petition signed by a required number or percentage of qualified voters the desired measure must be submitted to a popular vote, and upon receiving the required majority (commonly a majority of those voting on the measure submitted) it becomes a law. In some States of the United States the initiative is only local; in others it is state-wide and includes the making of constitutional amendments.
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initiative Sentence Examples
- The school administration took the initiative to implement a new anti-bullying campaign.
- His initiative to start a community garden inspired residents to beautify their neighborhood.
- She showed great initiative by volunteering to help organize the charity event.
- The company's latest initiative is aimed at reducing its carbon footprint.
- The government launched an initiative to provide financial assistance to low-income families.
- The research team took the initiative to explore new approaches to cancer treatment.
- The student's initiative to create a social justice club was met with widespread support.
- The nonprofit organization relies on donations and volunteer initiatives to continue its work.
- The city's initiative to build a new library was funded by both private and public donations.
- Her unwavering initiative to raise awareness about mental health issues has made a profound impact on the community.
FAQs About the word initiative
readiness to embark on bold new ventures, the first of a series of actions, serving to set in motionServing to initiate; inceptive; initiatory; introductory; pr
ambition, action, enterprise, spirit, hustle, gumption,drive, go, vigor, energy
hesitation, reluctance, inactivity,inertia, passivity, inertia, hesitation, passivity, inactivity, reluctance
The school administration took the initiative to implement a new anti-bullying campaign.
His initiative to start a community garden inspired residents to beautify their neighborhood.
She showed great initiative by volunteering to help organize the charity event.
The company's latest initiative is aimed at reducing its carbon footprint.
