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    Iniciativa (en. Initiative)

    /inisi'tiva/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    Action of starting something.
    The citizen initiative has changed local policies.
    La iniciativa ciudadana ha cambiado las políticas locales.
    Project or plan presented for consideration.
    The bill initiative was approved by parliament.
    La iniciativa de ley fue aprobada por el parlamento.
    Ability to make decisions or take actions independently.
    She demonstrated great initiative by proposing new ideas in the meeting.
    Demostró gran iniciativa al proponer nuevas ideas en la reunión.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'initiatīva', which comes from 'initium', meaning 'beginning'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    To take the initiative
    Acting in advance to start something.
    tomar la iniciativa
    Private initiative
    Proposals or actions carried out by individuals or companies instead of the state.
    iniciativa privada
    Public initiative
    Actions or proposals made by the state or public institutions.
    iniciativa pública

    Related Words

    To start
    To start or give beginning to something.
    iniciar
    Proactive
    Acting in advance, not waiting for things to happen.
    proactivo
    Innovation
    Introduction of novelties or changes in something established.
    innovación

    Slang Meanings

    To take the lead in a project.
    She always takes the initiative to organize outings.
    Ella siempre tiene la iniciativa de organizar las salidas.
    To lead with creativity.
    In the workplace, personal initiative is highly valued.
    En el trabajo, se valora mucho la iniciativa personal.