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Enterprising

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

Definition

The word 'enterprising' means having or showing initiative and resourcefulness.

Synonyms & similar words

unenterprising ambitious creative innovative resourceful daring adventurous industrious energetic ingenious initiative imaginative entrepreneurial opportunistic courageous dynamic enterpriser go-getter go-ahead goer hardworking

Example sentences

  1. 1. The enterprising student came up with a clever solution to the problem.
  2. 2. She showed her enterprising spirit by starting a lemonade stand.
  3. 3. The enterprising salesperson persuaded many customers to buy her products.
  4. 4. The enterprising explorer discovered a new species of butterfly in the rainforest.
  5. 5. The enterprising chef created a unique recipe that became very popular.

Quotes

  • 1. 'The only limit to our realization of tomorrow will be our doubts of today.' - Franklin D. Roosevelt
  • 2. 'Success is not the key to happiness. Happiness is the key to success. If you love what you are doing, you will be successful.' - Albert Schweitzer
  • 3. 'Your work is going to fill a large part of your life, and the only way to be truly satisfied is to do what you believe is great work. And the only way to do great work is to love what you do.' - Steve Jobs

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