Word
enterprise
An enterprise is a business or a large, organized project that involves initiative and risk.
Meanings
A business or company, especially one that is commercial and organized.
A large project or undertaking that needs planning, resources, and determination to succeed.
The quality of being resourceful, proactive, and willing to take initiative.
Definition
An enterprise is an organization or business, especially one that is commercial and aims to provide goods or services. It can also mean a major project or undertaking that requires planning, resources, and a willingness to take risks. The word often suggests ambition, innovation, and organized effort rather than something small or informal.
Examples
- The enterprise expanded into new markets after it refined its supply chain and customer support.
- I joined the enterprise because its mission matched my skills, but it also challenged my assumptions about growth.
- She treated the research partnership as an enterprise that demanded patience, clear roles, and consistent communication.
- They built the enterprise from a modest workshop into a respected brand by investing in design and quality control.
Common mistake
Learners often confuse enterprise (a business or venture) with industry (a whole sector) and use them interchangeably.
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