名词
1. 开始;创始;发起
The initiation of something is the starting of it.
2. (常包含特殊仪式的)入会，加入
Someone's initiation into a particular group is the act or process by which they officially become a member, often involving special ceremonies.
1. an act that sets in motion some course of events
2. the act of starting something for the first time
introducing something new
e.g. she looked forward to her initiation as an adult
the foundation of a new scientific society
Synonym: foundingfoundationinstitutionoriginationcreationinnovationintroductioninstauration
3. wisdom as evidenced by the possession of knowledge
e.g. his knowledgeability impressed me
his dullness was due to lack of initiation
Synonym: knowledgeabilityknowledgeableness
4. a formal entry into an organization or position or office
e.g. his initiation into the club
he was ordered to report for induction into the army
he gave a speech as part of his installation into the hall of fame
Synonym: inductioninstallation