initiative
noun/ɪˈnɪʃətɪv/
Frequency rank: #2,585 most common English word
Meaning
The ability to act and make decisions without being told; a new plan to solve a problem.
Example sentence
She took the first step and showed great initiative to solve the problem.
Synonyms & related words
- drive
- ambition
- enterprise
- resourcefulness
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