enterprise meaning and definition

ENTERPRISE noun

Definition of enterprise (noun)

1. a purposeful or industrious undertaking (especially one that requires effort or boldness)
   • "he had doubts about the whole enterprise"
   • synonyms: endeavor, endeavour
2. an organization created for business ventures
   • "a growing enterprise must have a bold leader"
3. readiness to embark on bold new ventures
   • synonyms: enterprisingness, go-ahead, initiative