Plural for the ability, and usually motivation, to assess and initiate things independently
“You will need to have the initiative to educate yourself on these matters.”
Plural for the capacity to think independently or be inventive
“We are looking for individuals with great initiative to drive our company forward.”
Plural for a plan or program, usually new or untried
“The showcase was a new initiative by the Fashion Council to exhibit emerging menswear talents.”
Plural for the first step in a series of maneuvers
“The company took the initiative by writing to its customers, expressing a desire to settle all legitimate claims.”
Plural for the power or opportunity to act or take charge before others do
“The party had become complacent in the last four years, thereby losing the initiative.”
(somewhat rare) Plural for the initial portion of some extended thing
“The company's Vice-President explained the goals of the project at the initiative of his speech.”
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