initiation

noun

1. 1

   an act that sets in motion some course of events

2. 2

   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

3. 3

   wisdom as evidenced by the possession of knowledge

   his knowledgeability impressed me

   his dullness was due to lack of initiation

4. 4

   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