What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
initialised
Example
The array was initialised with zeros. [initialised: past tense]
Example
The program failed to run because the variables were not initialised. [initialised: adjective]
initialize
Example
Please initialize the database before running the program. [initialize: verb]
Example
The system is currently initializing, please wait. [initialize: present participle]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Initialize is more commonly used than initialised in American English, while initialised is more commonly used in British English.
Whatโs the difference in the tone of formality between initialised and initialize?
Initialize is considered more formal than initialised, and is often used in technical or professional contexts.
