proaction

/ prəʊˈækʃən /

noun

1. action that initiates change as opposed to reaction to events

Word History and Origins

Origin of proaction¹

C20: from pro- ² + ( re ) action

Example Sentences

“Proaction is cheaper and more effective than reaction. The question is whether the outside world can organize itself to make the right choice.”

From Washington Times

And it calls for lawmakers to "enact legislation to abolish abortion by immediately securing the right to life and equal proaction of the laws to all preborn children from the moment of fertilization."

From Salon

First, I recommend walking back from reaction to proaction.

From Washington Post

What ensued, however, was a 60-minute display of poise, patience and proaction that reintroduced the Seahawks’ defense to the league.

From Seattle Times

In the undergraduate colleges, I think it's reflection rather than proaction.

From Salon