proactively (B2)
adverb
Pronunciation: /ˌproʊˈæktɪvli/
Definition
In a way that involves taking action to anticipate and prevent future problems or needs, rather than reacting to them after they occur.
Examples
The company decided to proactively address customer complaints by improving their product quality.
She always plans her projects proactively, ensuring all potential risks are identified early.
To maintain good health, it's important to proactively manage your diet and exercise.
How to Use proactively
- act proactively (collocation)
- To take initiative and prepare for future situations. — "It's better to act proactively than to wait for a crisis."
- proactively plan (collocation)
- To make plans in advance to prevent problems. — "We need to proactively plan for the upcoming changes in regulations."
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