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proactive1 definition

pro·ac·tive (prō ak′tiv)

adjective

assuming an active, rather than passive, role in doing, accomplishing, etc.; taking the initiative a proactive approach to fighting drug abuse

Etymology: pro- + -active, as in reactive

proactive2 definition

pro·ac·tive (prō ak′tiv)

adjective

Psychol. relating to or caused by previously learned behavior, habits, etc. proactive inhibition

Etymology: pro- + -active, as in retroactive

Webster's New World College Dictionary Copyright © 2005 by Wiley Publishing, Inc., Cleveland, Ohio.
Used by arrangement with John Wiley & Sons, Inc.

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