initiated
in-i-ti-at-ed
adjective
Having been formally introduced to a new skill, knowledge, or group.
"He felt initiated into their secrets."
verb
Formally started or set in motion a process, action, or project.
"The new policy was initiated today."
Thesaurus
Synonyms: lead up, initiate, induct, tyro, beginner, tiro, novice, broach, savant, learned person, pundit, pioneer
Antonyms: uninitiate