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INITIATION

(noun)

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There are 4 meanings of the word Initiation.

Initiation - as a noun

A formal entry into an organization or position or office

Example: "His initiation into the club"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
inductioninstallation
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
ceremonialceremonial occasionceremonyobservance
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

The act of starting something for the first time; introducing something new

Example: "She looked forward to her initiation as an adult"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
creationfoundationfoundinginnovationinstaurationinstitutionintroductionorigination
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
beginningcommencementstart
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Wisdom as evidenced by the possession of knowledge

Example: "His knowledgeability impressed me"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
knowledgeabilityknowledgeableness

An act that sets in motion some course of events

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
inductiontrigger
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
causationcausing
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Example Sentences

"The initiation ceremony marked the beginning of our journey into the secret society."
"She underwent an initiation into the tribe's traditions."
"The initiation process involved a series of challenges and tests."
"He received the initiation rites of the religious order."
"The initiation of the project took longer than expected."
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Word Game Points

Is INITIATION a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, initiation is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

INITIATION has a SCRABBLE points total of 10.

Is INITIATION a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, initiation is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
INITIATION has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 12.

Is INITIATION a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, initiation is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
INITIATION has a WORDFEUD points total of 10.

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