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enterprising

/ˈɛntəprʌɪzɪŋ/adjective

Having the energy and imagination to start new projects or find clever ways to succeed.

Example sentences

  • “An enterprising teenager started a lawn-mowing business in his neighborhood.”
  • “Some enterprising fans sold homemade T-shirts outside the stadium.”
  • “The town needs enterprising people to open new shops.”

Usually praise, often for someone young or someone working with few resources. Related to 'enterprise', meaning a business or a bold project.

Synonyms for enterprising

  • resourceful
  • ambitious
  • inventive
  • go-getting

Antonyms

  • unambitious

Find it in: Positive words, Words to describe a person.

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