also: はっき
noun, noun or participle which takes 'suru', transitive verb
originating; initiating; proposing
Refers to the act of coming up with an idea or plan and taking the first step to make it happen. Often used in formal or business contexts.
このプロジェクトは彼の発起によるものです。
This project originated from his initiative.
新しい事業を発起する
To initiate a new business, thorough preparation is necessary.
noun, noun or participle which takes 'suru', intransitive verb
spiritual awakening; religious resolution
Buddhist term for the arising of the aspiration for enlightenment or a firm religious resolve. Compare 発心 (ほっしん).
See also: 発心
彼は仏門に入り、発起して修行に励んだ。
He entered the Buddhist priesthood, awakened spiritually, and devoted himself to training.