self-initiated
|self/in/i/ti/at/ed|
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/sɛlf ɪˈnɪʃiˌeɪtɪd/
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/sɛlf ɪˈnɪʃɪeɪtɪd/
(self-initiate)
self-started
Etymology
Etymology Information
'self-initiated' originates from the combination of 'self' and 'initiate', where 'self' refers to one's own person and 'initiate' means to begin or start.
Historical Evolution
'self-initiated' evolved from the concept of 'self' combined with 'initiate', emphasizing personal action without external influence.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to begin by oneself', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
initiated or started by oneself without external prompting.
The project was self-initiated, showing her proactive nature.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45