ENGLISH
REFERENCE

entrepreneurial

adj.
B2 Upper Intermediate US //ˌɑntɹəpɹəˈnɝiəɫ// UK //ˌɒntɹɪpɹɪnjˈuːɹɪəl// en·tre·pre·neur·ial

adj. having the skills and desire to start new businesses or find creative ways to make money. You use this to describe someone who sees opportunities and takes risks.

adj. characterised by the taking of financial risks in the hope of profit; demonstrating initiative and resourcefulness in business. Often used to describe a mindset or a specific economic culture.


SIMPLE

She has a very entrepreneurial spirit and always starts new projects.

CONTEXTUAL

The city's tech hub attracts entrepreneurial individuals looking to turn their innovative ideas into successful startups.

COMPLEX

Economists argue that a robust recovery depends on fostering an entrepreneurial environment where small businesses can access the capital necessary to scale their operations globally.

Usage

Typically used attributively before a noun like 'spirit', 'mindset', or 'culture'.

© 2026 English Reference