initiative meaning and definition

INITIATIVE noun

Definition of initiative (noun)

1. readiness to embark on bold new ventures
   • synonyms: enterprise, enterprisingness, go-ahead
2. the first of a series of actions
   • synonyms: first step, opening, opening move

INITIATIVE adjective

Definition of initiative (adjective)

1. serving to set in motion
   • "the magazine's inaugural issue"; "the initiative phase in the negotiations"; "an initiatory step toward a treaty"; "his first (or maiden) speech in Congress"; "the liner's maiden voyage"
   • synonyms: first, inaugural, initiatory, maiden