进取

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Meaning and Usage

"进取" (jìnqǔ) describes a proactive, enterprising attitude characterized by ambition and the willingness to advance or improve. It often refers to individuals or organizations that actively seek progress and take initiative.

Common Contexts

This word is frequently used to praise someone's spirit or mindset, especially in professional, academic, or personal development contexts. It implies not just moving forward but doing so with determination and strategic effort.

Collocations and Patterns

  • 进取精神 (jìnqǔ jīngshén): enterprising spirit; used to describe a mindset of ambition and initiative.
  • 进取 (jìnqǔ xīn): enterprising heart/mind; emphasizes personal drive and motivation.
  • 表现进取: to show an enterprising attitude; often used to describe behavior in work or study.

Nuances

Using "进取" conveys a positive evaluation of someone's active efforts and ambition. It is more formal and often used in written or professional contexts rather than casual speech. Avoid confusing it with "进取" in the sense of aggressive or reckless behavior; here it emphasizes constructive and purposeful advancement.

Example Sentences

He is a very enterprising young man who always strives to pursue his goals.

A company must maintain an enterprising spirit to remain undefeated in

She shows a very enterprising attitude at work and often takes on more