Synonyms for

Enterprises

Verb / ˈentɜ:ˌpraɪzɪz / / ˈenɜ:ˌpraɪzɪz / Another word for enterprises — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Enterprises are businesses or organizations that engage in commercial, industrial, or professional activities.

Synonyms & similar words

goahead endeavour endeavor initiative enterprisingness enterprise businesses companies firms corporations ventures undertakings concerns operations establishments organizations associations institutions companies outfits conglomerates combines syndicates cartels trusts chains

Synonyms by register

Formal

undertakings ventures projects organizations

Informal

businesses companies operations deals

Literary

endeavors pursuits campaigns

Antonyms

idleness inactivity leisure rest passivity unemployment

Common collocations

  • small enterprises
  • large enterprises
  • new enterprises
  • private enterprises
  • public enterprises
  • joint enterprises
  • economic enterprises

Word family

noun enterprise
verb enterprising
adjective enterprising

Usage note

Often used to refer to businesses or projects, especially those involving risk or initiative. The adjective 'enterprising' describes someone who is willing to take on new and challenging projects.

Example sentences

  1. 1. The new enterprise in town is a coffee shop.
  2. 2. My mom works for a big enterprise that makes cars.
  3. 3. We invested in an enterprise that sells organic food.
  4. 4. The enterprise was successful and expanded to different countries.
  5. 5. It takes a lot of hard work to start a new enterprise.

Quotes

  • 1. 'Enterprises should not be afraid to be transparent about their business practices.' - Marc Benioff
  • 2. 'The future is about creating value, not just selling stuff.' - John Hagel III
  • 3. 'All lasting business is built on friendship.' - Alfred A. Montapert

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