proactively

[ proh-ak-tiv-lee ]

adverb

1. in advance and in order to prepare for, intervene in, or control an expected occurrence, especially a negative or challenging one:

   I’m glad to be working with an IT company that's proactively strategizing for the future instead of reacting to yesterday's issues.

Word History and Origins

Origin of proactively¹

proactive ( def ) + -ly

Example Sentences

The utilities proactively de-energize sections of their networks, a process known as public safety power shutoffs, in areas that officials have determined are at the highest risk for fire starts.

From Los Angeles Times

Though Ellie thought she would meet someone by her late 20s, "despite proactively being on all of the apps, it just didn't happen."

From BBC

In a statement to the Telegraph, which first reported the story, the firm said it "takes safety on our platform seriously and moderates Characters proactively and in response to user reports."

From BBC

It also said the company is working proactively with government investigators to confirm the contaminated ingredient.

From Los Angeles Times

In response, the fast food chain has proactively removed the onions and patties used for the burgers from stores in the affected states, according to the CDC.

From Los Angeles Times