initiated (B2)
verb
Pronunciation: /ɪˈnɪʃi.eɪtɪd/
Definition
Began or introduced (a process, policy, or activity).
Examples
The project was initiated by the marketing department.
She initiated the conversation by asking about his weekend.
The government initiated reforms to combat inflation.
How to Use initiated
- initiate something (collocation)
- To start or begin something. — "The company initiated a new training program for its employees."
- initiate someone into something (collocation)
- To formally admit someone into a group or organization, often with a ceremony. — "The secret society initiated its new members into their ancient traditions."
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