CEFR B2

initiation

noun

Meaning

The action of beginning something, or a formal ceremony that marks a person's admission into a group or society.

Examples

The initiation of the new project will take place next month.
New members must undergo an initiation ceremony to join the fraternity.

Synonyms: start, commencement, induction, inauguration

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initiation (B2)

noun

Pronunciation: /ɪˌnɪʃiˈeɪʃən/

Definition

The action of beginning something, or a formal ceremony that marks a person's admission into a group or society.

Examples

The initiation of the new project will take place next month.
New members must undergo an initiation ceremony to join the fraternity.
Her initiation into the world of professional ballet began at a very young age.

How to Use initiation

initiation into (prepositional phrase): The process of being introduced to or admitted into a group, activity, or state. — "Her initiation into the corporate world was challenging but rewarding."
initiation of (prepositional phrase): The act of starting or bringing into being. — "The initiation of the new policy caused some debate."

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