Enterprise

Pronunciation: /ˈɛntərˌpraɪz/

Definitions of enterprise

noun initiative and resourcefulness

Example Sentences

A1 An enterprise is a large company or organization.

A2 Small businesses are considered enterprises.

B1 The government is supporting local enterprises with funding.

B2 She started her own enterprise and it quickly became successful.

C1 The multinational enterprise operates in over 50 countries.

C2 His entrepreneurial spirit led him to create a successful enterprise from scratch.

Examples of enterprise in a Sentence

formal The enterprise is focused on expanding its market share through strategic partnerships.

informal Our enterprise is launching a new product line next month.

slang The enterprise is all about making that money.

figurative The enterprise is a well-oiled machine, with everyone working together towards a common goal.

Grammatical Forms of enterprise

• past tense: enterprised
• plural: enterprises
• comparative: more enterprising
• superlative: most enterprising
• present tense: enterprise
• future tense: will enterprise
• perfect tense: has enterprised
• continuous tense: is enterprising
• singular: enterprise
• positive degree: enterprising
• infinitive: to enterprise
• gerund: enterprising
• participle: enterprising

Origin and Evolution of enterprise

First Known Use: 1250 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'enterprise' originated from the Old French word 'enterpris', which came from the Latin word 'interprēsa' meaning undertaking or enterprise.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'enterprise' has evolved to encompass a broader range of meanings related to business ventures, ambitious projects, and initiatives requiring effort and determination.