To pronounce "proactive", say PROACT-iv-e — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
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"proactive" has 3 syllables: proact-iv-e. It rhymes with attractive and active, if that helps it stick.
adjective
“We can deal with each problem as it pops up, or we can take a proactive stance and try to prevent future problems.”
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"Proactive" has 3 syllables: proact · iv · e.
Proactive: Acting in advance to deal with an expected change or difficulty
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