Initiator

B2 16+

Pronunciation: /ɪˈnɪʃiˌeɪtər/

Definitions of initiator

noun a person or thing that initiates something, such as a process or action

Example Sentences

A1 The initiator of the project was a young entrepreneur.

A2 She was the initiator of the plan to clean up the park.

B1 The team leader acted as the initiator for the new marketing campaign.

B2 The CEO was the main initiator behind the company's expansion into international markets.

C1 The initiator of the peace talks was praised for their diplomatic skills.

C2 As the initiator of the charity event, she was responsible for its success.

Examples of initiator in a Sentence

formal The initiator of the project presented a detailed plan to the team.

informal The initiator of the party suggested a new location for the event.

slang The initiator of the group chat started a lively discussion.

figurative She was the initiator of change in the organization, pushing for new policies and procedures.

Grammatical Forms of initiator

past tense

initiated

plural

initiators

comparative

more initiating

superlative

most initiating

present tense

initiates

future tense

will initiate

perfect tense

has initiated

continuous tense

is initiating

singular

initiator

positive degree

initiator

infinitive

to initiate

gerund

initiating

participle

initiating

Origin and Evolution of initiator

First Known Use: 1601 year
Language of Origin: Latin
Story behind the word: The word 'initiator' originated from the Latin word 'initiāre', which means 'to begin'.
Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'initiator' has evolved to refer to someone who starts or introduces something, such as a project or a process. It is commonly used in the context of leadership or innovation.