Definition

Relating to the act of behaving like an entrepreneur while working within a larger organization, often involving innovation and initiative.

Example

The company's intrapreneurial approach encouraged employees to develop new ideas and projects.

Conversation

Have you ever thought about being more intrapreneurial at work?

Not really, what does that mean exactly?

It means being entrepreneurial within your company, like starting new projects.

That sounds interesting! I might give it a try.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Intrapreneurial → It is formed from "intra-" (meaning within) and "preneur" (from French *entrepreneur*, meaning one who undertakes). The word describes someone who acts like an entrepreneur but within the confines of an existing organization.

Memory Tip

Think of someone who is 'within' ('intra-') a company and 'undertaking' ('preneur') new initiatives — that's what intrapreneurial means.

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