Noun
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an act that sets in motion some course of events
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wisdom as evidenced by the possession of knowledge
"his knowledgeability impressed me"
"his dullness was due to lack of initiation"
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the act of starting something for the first time
introducing something new
"she looked forward to her initiation as an adult"
"the foundation of a new scientific society"
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a formal entry into an organization or position or office
"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"