initiation

/ˌɪnˌɪʃiˈeɪʃən/ · 5 syllables

Meaning

noun

1. a formal entry into an organization or position or office
   “his initiation into the club”
2. the act of starting something for the first time; introducing something new
   “she looked forward to her initiation as an adult”
3. wisdom as evidenced by the possession of knowledge
   “his knowledgeability impressed me”
4. an act that sets in motion some course of events

Synonyms for initiation

• induction
• installation
• founding
• foundation
• institution
• origination
• creation
• innovation
• introduction
• instauration
• knowledgeability
• knowledgeableness
• trigger

Words that rhyme with initiation

• operation
• variation
• representation
• separation
• association
• derivation
• elevation
• inclination
• preparation
• application
• combination
• concentration
• formation
• foundation
• generation
• irritation
• organisation
• organization
• presentation
• radiation
• regulation
• relaxation
• replication
• reservation
• restoration
• translation
• accommodation
• administration
• animation
• assimilation