Word Meaning

initiates definition and meaning

v. t. To introduce by a first act; to make a beginning with; to set afoot; to originate; to commence; to begin or enter upon.
v. t. To acquaint with the beginnings; to instruct in the rudiments or principles; to introduce.
v. t. To introduce into a society or organization; to confer membership on; especially, to admit to a secret order with mysterious rites or ceremonies.
v. i. To do the first act; to perform the first rite; to take the initiative.
a. Unpracticed; untried; new.
a. Begun; commenced; introduced to, or instructed in, the rudiments; newly admitted.
n. One who is, or is to be, initiated.

Crossword clues for initiates

- Introduce
- Launch
- Set in motion
- Start off adjusting a tie in it
- To set going
- Begins
- Commences
- Pioneers
- Sets in motion
- Starts