C1
enterprising vs entrepreneurial
The difference
| Word | Meaning | Goes with | Example |
|---|---|---|---|
| enterprisingadjective/ˈen.tər.praɪ.zɪŋ/ | Meaning good at thinking of new and clever ways to make money or solve problems | Goes with enterprising spirit | Example An enterprising student started selling second-hand textbooks on campus and made a good profit. |
| entrepreneurialadjective/ˌɑːn.trə.prəˈnɜːr.i.əl/ | Meaning having the skills and courage to start new businesses and take financial risks | Goes with entrepreneurial spirit | Example She has an entrepreneurial spirit and started her first company at nineteen. |
Which word fits?
1 of 8Pick the word for the gap. Its form may change in the sentence.
individuals can turn a small idea into a real business.