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initiation
noun
an act that sets in motion some course of events
Quick reference
Word Facts
- Word length
- 10
- Starts with
- I
- Ends with
- N
- Contains
- NITIATIO
- Scrabble score
- 10
- Database source
- OEWN 2025 Core
How it sounds
Pronunciation
ɪ.nɪ.ʃi.ˈeɪ.ʃən
Meaning
Definitions
noun
an act that sets in motion some course of events
noun
the act of starting something for the first time; introducing something new
“she looked forward to her initiation as an adult”
noun
wisdom as evidenced by the possession of knowledge
“his knowledgeability impressed me”
noun
a formal entry into an organization or position or office
“his initiation into the club”
In context
Example Sentences
she looked forward to her initiation as an adult
the foundation of a new scientific society
his knowledgeability impressed me
his dullness was due to lack of initiation
his initiation into the club
he was ordered to report for induction into the army
he gave a speech as part of his installation into the hall of fame
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