initiative
nounUK /ɪˈnɪʃ.ə.tɪv/
US /ɪˈnɪʃ.ə.t̬ɪv/
The power to start doing something on your own.
She showed great initiative by cleaning up the classroom without being asked.
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2. A new plan or program meant to solve a problem.
The city started a recycling initiative to reduce waste.
3. The right or power to begin something before others act.
The committee took the initiative to organize the event.
4. The ability to see what needs doing and do it without being told.
His initiative helped the team finish the project early.