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initiation

/ɪˌnɪʃ.iˈeɪ.ʃən/
in · i · ti · a · tion
Plural:initiations
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Adjective:initiatory
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• noun

1

The action of admitting someone into a secret or obscure society or group, typically with a ritual or formal ceremony.

Example

"The fraternity held a formal ceremony to mark the initiation of its newest members."

2

The action of beginning, starting, or setting something in motion.

Example

"The board approved the initiation of a comprehensive review of company safety policies."

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• Rhymes for initiation

• Nearby Words

initialize
initially
initiate
initiation
initiative
initiator
initiatrix

Word Origin & Etymology

Borrowed from Latin initiatio, meaning 'a beginning' or 'participation in secret rites,' derived from initiare ('to begin, originate, or admit to secret mysteries'), ultimately from inire ('to go into' or 'to enter upon').

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Initiation. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/initiation
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