initiative

• Существительное, обозначающее способность самостоятельно оценивать и начинать дела, или новый план или процесс для достижения определённой цели или решения проблемы.

A noun referring to the ability to take independent action or the first step in a series of actions, often involving boldness or enterprise.

1. New plan or actionB2formal

   A new plan or process to achieve something or solve a problem.

   Инициатива

   • The government launched a new initiative to reduce pollution.
   • The company's initiative to improve employee wellness was successful.
   • This educational initiative aims to help underprivileged children.

   Synonymscampaigndrivemeasureoperationplanprogramprojectschemestepventure

   Antonymsidlenessinactioninactivityneglectpassivity

2. Ability to act independentlyB2formal

   The ability to assess and initiate things independently, without being told what to do.

   Инициативность

   • She showed great initiative by organizing the event herself.
   • He lacks initiative and always waits for instructions.
   • Taking the initiative in a crisis is a valuable skill.

   Synonymsdriveenterpriseget-up-and-gogumptionresourcefulnessself-reliance

   Antonymsapathydependenceinactionindifferencelethargypassivitysubmissiveness