initiation
Translation
beginning, start, induction, introduction
Examples
The initiation of the project was successful.
The initiation of the project was successful.
He went through a difficult initiation ceremony.
He went through a difficult initiation ceremony.
Grammar Patterns
the initiation of (sth.) the start of (sth.) The initiation of the project was successful.
an initiation (ceremony) an induction ceremony He went through a difficult initiation ceremony.
Similar Words
Synonyms: beginning, commencement, induction, introduction
Etymology
Derived from the verb 'initiate'. The suffix '-tion' forms nouns denoting an action or process.
Memory Tips
The '-tion' suffix means 'the act of'. So, it's the act of 'initiating'—a start or an introduction.