proactivity

Also pro·ac·tive·ness

[proh-ak-tiv-i-tee]

noun

1. the act, characteristic, or habit of thinking and acting so as to prepare for, intervene in, or control expected events, especially negative or challenging ones; initiative.

   Thanks again for your proactivity; you solved this problem before I even knew there was a problem!

   In a fast-paced, multithreat online environment, proactivity and stability are the cornerstones of good cybersecurity strategy.

Word History and Origins

Origin of proactivity¹

proactiv(e) ( def. ) + -ity ( def. )

Example Sentences

His confidence and proactivity are positive signs.

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While the taoiseach said he appreciated the prime minister's "proactivity" in resetting relations with the Irish government, after years of difficulties with the Conservatives during Brexit negotiations.

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Many feel the issue has been stirred up by the cycling media and the UCI is simply taking an approach to demonstrate proactivity.

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However, a lack of proactivity in this approach has been exploited by teams already in the Premier League, with Arsenal and Chelsea both finding ways to bypass Liverpool's front line of four and progress the ball further up the pitch centrally.

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OK, but given all the proactivity … how were these recent issues missed?

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