Definition of enterprising Enterprising

/ɛˈntɚpɹajˌzɪŋ/ - [enterprayzing] - en•ter•pris•ing

We found 5 definitions of enterprising from 4 different sources.

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What does enterprising mean?

WordNet

WordNet by Princeton University

Adjective

enterprising - marked by imagination, initiative, and readiness to undertake new projects; "an enterprising foreign policy"; "an enterprising young man likely to go far"
  nonenterprising, unenterprising lacking in enterprise; not bold or venturesome
  adventuresome, adventurous willing to undertake or seeking out new and daring enterprises; "adventurous pioneers"; "the risks and gains of an adventuresome economy"
  ambitious having a strong desire for success or achievement
  energetic possessing or exerting or displaying energy; "an energetic fund raiser for the college"; "an energetic group of hikers"; "it caused an energetic chemical reaction"
  gumptious, up-and-coming, energetic, industrious possessing or exerting or displaying energy; "an energetic fund raiser for the college"; "an energetic group of hikers"; "it caused an energetic chemical reaction"
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Wiktionary Wiktionary dictionary logo

  • enterprising (Adjective)
    Displaying bravery and daring in the attempt of some task.
  • enterprising (Adjective)
    Being very able and ingenious in business dealings.

Webster DictionaryWebster's Unabridged Dictionary 📘

  • enterprising (a.)
    Having a disposition for enterprise; characterized by enterprise; resolute, active or prompt to attempt; as, an enterprising man or firm.

OmegaWiki DictionaryOmegaWiki Dictionary Ω

  • enterprising
    Showing initiative and willingness to undertake new projects.

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