Meaning of the word proactive in English

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proactive

US /ˌproʊˈæk.tɪv/
UK /ˌproʊˈæk.tɪv/
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Adjective

1.

creating or controlling a situation by causing something to happen rather than responding to it after it has happened

Example:
The company is taking a proactive approach to environmental protection.
You need to be more proactive in your job search.
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