initiation
Translation
initiation, start, introduction, admission
Examples
The initiation of the project was delayed.
The initiation of the project was delayed.
He went through an initiation ceremony.
He went through an initiation ceremony.
Grammar Patterns
((of sth.)) the beginning of sth. The initiation of the project was delayed.
((into sth.)) the process of being introduced to a group His initiation into the club was a secret.
Similar Words
Synonyms: commencement, start, admission; Antonyms: conclusion, end
Etymology
From Latin 'initiare' (to begin), from 'in-' (into) + 'ire' (to go). The suffix '-ation' marks it as a noun.
Memory Tips
Think of the 'initial' step of a process or joining a group.