Proactive Definition & Meaning
proactive
- adjective
- descriptive of any event or stimulus or process that has an effect on events or stimuli or processes that occur subsequently; "proactive inhibition"; "proactive interference"
- (of a policy or person or action) controlling a situation by causing something to happen rather than waiting to respond to it after it happens
"Proactive" in song lyrics
See how proactive is used in real songs:
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"alleged proactive"
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"etymology of proactive"
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"nurse and proactive"
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Words that rhyme with proactive
Usage tips for "proactive"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "proactive" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for proactive to find words that pair well.