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Definition initiate in British English

initiate verb

[transitive] verb
/ɪˈnɪʃieɪt/
1

to make something start

Example

The company initiated a management training programme for small businesses.

Example

We shall initiate urgent discussions with our European partners.

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catalyze bring about trigger
1.1

to start a legal case or process

Example

The Act allows children, for the first time, to initiate proceedings.

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action advocacy appeal
2

to introduce someone to a skill, subject, or activity and teach them about it

Example

Nicky was initiated into a world of robbery and violence.

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upskill teach train
3

to make someone a member of an organization or group, often with a special ceremony

Example

At the age of 30 they were initiated into the higher ranks of the movement.

Synonyms and related words
accept admission admit
Definition initiate in British English