initiation in WordNet English dictionary

1. the act of starting something for the first time; introducing something new
   "she looked forward to her initiation as an adult"; "the foundation of a new scientific society"
   initiation  founding  foundation  institution  origination  creation  innovation  introduction  instauration 
   
2. an act that sets in motion some course of events
   trigger  induction  initiation 
   
3. a formal entry into an organization or position or office
   "his initiation into the club"; "he was ordered to report for induction into the army"; "he gave a speech as part of his installation into the hall of fame"
   initiation  induction  installation 
   
4. wisdom as evidenced by the possession of knowledge
   "his knowledgeability impressed me"; "his dullness was due to lack of initiation"
   knowledgeability  knowledgeableness  initiation