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Initiative

ɪˈnɪʃətɪv

Initiative definitions
noun
initiative initiatives
  1. the ability to assess and initiate things independently

    "use your initiative, imagination, and common sense"

  2. the power or opportunity to act or take charge before others do

    "anti-hunting groups have seized the initiative in the dispute"

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  3. an act or strategy intended to resolve a difficulty or improve a situation; a fresh approach to something

    "a new initiative against car crime"

    • a proposal made by one nation to another in an attempt to improve relations

      "a Middle East peace initiative"

  4. (especially in Switzerland and some US states) the right of citizens outside the legislature to originate legislation