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initiated

 

[ ɪˈnɪʃieɪtɪd ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

action initiation

To initiate something means to cause it to begin or to start it. This can refer to starting a process, an event, or a procedure. It often implies some sort of formal action that leads to the commencement of a project or activity. In the context of projects or programs, initiating usually requires planning and organization.

Synonyms

commenced, launched, started, triggered

Examples of usage

  • The committee initiated a new health program.
  • She initiated the discussion about climate change.
  • They initiated the project after receiving funding.
  • He was the one who initiated the conversation.

Translations

Translations of the word "initiated" in other languages:

🇵🇹 iniciado

🇮🇳 शुरू किया गया

🇩🇪 initiiert

🇮🇩 diluncurkan

🇺🇦 ініційований

🇵🇱 zainicjowany

🇯🇵 開始された

🇫🇷 initié

🇪🇸 iniciado

🇹🇷 başlatılmış

🇰🇷 시작된

🇸🇦 مبادر به

🇨🇿 zahájen

🇸🇰 zahájený

🇨🇳 启动的

🇸🇮 začel

🇮🇸 hafið

🇰🇿 басталған

🇬🇪 დაწყებული

🇦🇿 başlanmış

🇲🇽 iniciado

Etymology

The word 'initiate' comes from the Latin 'initiare', which means 'to begin or to commence'. This Latin term is derived from 'initium', meaning 'beginning'. The word moved into Middle English around the 15th century, adopting various forms and usages. Over the years, 'initiate' has evolved to encompass several meanings, including to start a process or procedure, or to admit someone into a group or society, often involving a formal ceremony. The verb’s meaning has broadened significantly and can now be applied in various contexts, including technology, social interactions, and educational practices.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #3,703, this word is part of upper-intermediate vocabulary. While not among the most basic terms, it appears often enough to be valuable for advanced communication.