Synonyms for

Entrepreneurial

Verb / ˌɑ:ntrʌprʌˈnɜ:i:ʌl / Another word for entrepreneurial — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

relating to or having the qualities of an entrepreneur, someone who starts their own business or takes risks in order to make a profit

Synonyms & similar words

innovative resourceful creative venturesome enterprising daring adventurous pioneering ambitious self-starter go-getter risk-taker opportunistic business-minded profit-oriented can-do visionary forward-thinking inspired imaginative

Synonyms by register

Formal

innovative enterprising proactive venturesome

Informal

go-getting driven ambitious business-minded

Literary

pioneering visionary

Antonyms

unenterprising unambitious passive dependent conformist follower

Common collocations

  • entrepreneurial spirit
  • entrepreneurial skills
  • entrepreneurial mindset
  • entrepreneurial venture
  • entrepreneurial activity
  • entrepreneurial success
  • entrepreneurial drive

Word family

noun entrepreneurship
verb entrepreneur
adjective entrepreneurial
adverb entrepreneurially

Usage note

Often used to describe individuals or qualities associated with starting and running businesses. It implies a willingness to take risks and innovate.

Example sentences

  1. The entrepreneurial spirit is what drives many successful business owners.
  2. She had an entrepreneurial mindset and was always looking for ways to improve her business.
  3. The company's success was due to the CEO's entrepreneurial vision.
  4. He started his own company after years of developing his entrepreneurial skills.
  5. The entrepreneurial journey is full of challenges and risks.

Quotes

  • Entrepreneurial spirit is a mindset. It's an attitude and approach to thinking that actively seeks out change, rather than waiting to adapt to change. - Forbes
  • The critical ingredient is getting off your butt and doing something. It's as simple as that. A lot of people have ideas, but there are few who decide to do something about them now. Not tomorrow. Not next week. But today. The true entrepreneur is a doer, not a dreamer. - Nolan Bushnell
  • Entrepreneurial leadership requires the ability to move quickly when opportunity presents itself. - Brian Tracy

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