pro·ac·tive 
/proʊˈæktɪv/ adjective
/proʊˈæktɪv/ adjective [more proactive; most proactive] : controlling a situation by making things happen or by preparing for possible future problems
▪ A survey was given out to customers so that the company could take proactive steps to improve their service. ▪ The city is taking a proactive approach to fighting crime by hiring more police officers. — compare reactive
▪ A survey was given out to customers so that the company could take proactive steps to improve their service. ▪ The city is taking a proactive approach to fighting crime by hiring more police officers. — compare reactive
— pro·ac·tive·ly adverb
▪ Regular exercise is one way to fight heart disease proactively.
▪ Regular exercise is one way to fight heart disease proactively.
