Definition of initiates

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  • initiates is a valid Scrabble US word with a point value of 9
  • initiates is a valid Scrabble UK word with a point value of 9
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Definition of initiates

  • someone new to a field or activity (noun)

    Synonyms

    1. beginner
    2. novice
    3. tiro
    4. tyro
  • bring up a topic for discussion (verb)

    Synonyms

    1. broach
  • bring into being (verb)

    Examples

    1. He initiated a new program

    Synonyms

    1. originate
    2. start
  • people who have been introduced to the mysteries of some field or activity (noun)

    Examples

    1. it is very familiar to the initiate

    Synonyms

    1. enlightened
  • accept people into an exclusive society or group, usually with some rite (verb)

    Examples

    1. African men are initiated when they reach puberty

    Synonyms

    1. induct
  • someone who has been admitted to membership in a scholarly field (noun)

    Synonyms

    1. learned person
    2. pundit
    3. savant
  • set in motion, start an event or prepare the way for (verb)

    Synonyms

    1. lead up
  • take the lead or initiative in; participate in the development of (verb)

    Synonyms

    1. pioneer

See definition of initiates in Merriam Webster