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    L'initiative (en. The initiative)

    /l.ini.tia.tiv/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    The capacity to act first and propose actions.
    She took the initiative to organize the meeting.
    Elle a pris l'initiative d'organiser la réunion.
    Action undertaken to achieve a specific goal.
    This initiative aims to reduce waste.
    Cette initiative vise à réduire les déchets.
    Measure or project launched to create change.
    The ecological initiative received a lot of support.
    L'initiative écologique a reçu beaucoup de soutien.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'initiatīva', meaning 'beginning'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    Take the initiative
    To act proactively without waiting for instructions.
    prendre l’initiative
    Personal initiative
    The ability to act independently and responsibly.
    l’initiative personnelle
    A commendable initiative
    An action or project that deserves appreciation.
    une initiative louable
    Collective initiative
    Action taken collectively by a group.
    initiative collective
    Support an initiative
    To lend support or approval to a project.
    soutenir une initiative

    Related Words

    Private initiative
    A project or action carried out by individuals or businesses without government intervention.
    initiative privée
    Citizens' initiative
    Action or proposal originating from citizens within the public sphere.
    initiative citoyenne
    Initiative spirit
    The ability to make decisions and act proactively.
    esprit d'initiative
    Dynamism
    The quality of a person or group that acts with energy and enthusiasm.
    dynamisme

    Slang Meanings

    Have the flair
    He truly has the flair to take the initiative in our project.
    Il a vraiment du flair pour prendre l'initiative dans notre projet.
    Be the driving force
    She is always the driving force behind new initiatives.
    Elle est toujours le moteur de nouvelles initiatives.
    Not hesitate
    One should not hesitate to take the initiative when it's necessary.
    Il ne faut pas hésiter à prendre l'initiative quand c'est nécessaire.