Synonyms and Antonyms for
initiative
1. initiative (n.)
readiness to embark on bold new ventures
Synonyms:
enterprisingness
drive
go-ahead
enterprise
2. initiative (n.)
the first of a series of actions
Synonyms:
first base
curtain raiser
first step
opening move
opening
start
peace initiative
beginning
commencement
Antonyms:
finish
3. initiative (adj.)
serving to set in motion
Synonyms:
maiden
opening
inaugural
initiatory
first
Antonyms:
closing
