How Do You Spell INITIATED?

Pronunciation: [ɪnˈɪʃɪˌe͡ɪtɪd] (IPA)

Initiated (/ɪˈnɪʃiˌeɪtɪd/) is spelled with two i's, followed by the letter t, and then the letters i-a-t-e-d. The stressed syllable is the second syllable, which is represented by the IPA symbol /ɪ/. The first syllable is pronounced with a short i sound, represented by /ɪ/ as well. The letters t and e after the i represent the suffix -ate, which means "to make" or "to become". The word initiated means to start or begin something, typically through an official process or ceremony.

INITIATED Meaning and Definition

1. Initiated is an adjective form of the verb "initiate," which refers to the action of introducing, starting, or commencing something. When someone is described as initiated, it suggests that they have been admitted to a particular group, society, or organization, often through a formal ceremony or process. It signifies that the individual has become a part of a particular community or has gained access to certain knowledge or practices that were previously restricted.

   In a broader sense, initiated can also imply that someone has begun or embarked on a new experience, activity, or endeavor. It signifies the individual's active involvement in initiating or instigating a process or action, typically being the first to start or introduce something.

   The term initiated can also indicate that someone possesses knowledge or understanding of a particular subject or topic. It suggests that the person has acquired expertise, insights, or familiarity through study, training, or hands-on experience. This usage implies that the individual is well-versed and knowledgeable in a particular field or discipline.

   Overall, initiated describes someone who has been formally admitted, started, or introduced to a group or activity, as well as someone who possesses knowledge or expertise in a specific area. It conveys a sense of involvement, engagement, or familiarity with a particular subject or community.

2. Instructed in the first principles; entered.

   Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.

Top Common Misspellings for INITIATED *

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• initated 26.4285714%
• iniciated 7.1428571%
• inititated 6.7857142%
• initiatied 5%
• iniated 3.9285714%
• initaited 3.5714285%
• innitiated 2.8571428%
• initited 1.7857142%
• iniatited 1.4285714%
• initaiated 0.7142857%
• initatied 0.7142857%
• iniaited 0.7142857%
• initate 0.3571428%
• initiaed 0.3571428%
• unitiated 0.3571428%

* The statistics data for these misspellings percentages are collected from over 15,411,110 spell check sessions on www.spellchecker.net from Jan 2010 - Jun 2012.

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Etymology of INITIATED

The word initiated originates from the Latin word initiare, which means to enter upon, to begin, or to initiate. It is derived from the noun initium, meaning a beginning or an entrance. The Latin word initiare passed into Middle English as initie, and eventually evolved into initiate in modern English, with the past participle form being initiated.

Similar spelling words for INITIATED

• initiative,
• initiatory,
• intuition,
• initiation,
• intuitive,
• Initialed,
• initiates,
• in that,
• intuit,
• initiator,
• indite,
• intuitively,
• initiate.

Conjugate verb Initiated

CONDITIONAL

I would initiate

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FUTURE

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FUTURE PERFECT

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PAST

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PAST PERFECT

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PRESENT

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PRESENT PERFECT

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