PROACTIVE Synonyms: 31 Similar and Opposite Words

proactive

adjective

(ˌ)prō-ˈak-tiv

as in cautious

having or showing awareness of and preparation for the future proactive decision by the city fathers to plan for the eventual withering away of the region's manufacturing base

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Recent Examples of proactive While software plays a critical role in enabling proactive, in-season planning, the shift must also occur at the organizational level. —

Sj Studio, Sourcing Journal, 10 Mar. 2026 But brain health should be proactive. —

Shon Lowe, Chicago Tribune, 10 Mar. 2026 In an interview with Wired on Friday, Dorsey suggested that the layoffs were a proactive move. —

Lila Shroff, The Atlantic, 10 Mar. 2026 Being proactive about good quality sleep is an excellent step toward improving your overall health and well-being. —

Veronica Cristino, Vogue, 9 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for proactive

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Conversely, others are far more cautious.

— Ivan Taylor, CBS News, 18 Mar. 2026
Expelling Iranian diplomatic personnel marks one of Doha’s strongest retaliatory steps to date and signals a possible shift away from its traditionally cautious approach toward Iran.

— Claire Carter, The Washington Examiner, 18 Mar. 2026