antilepsis

/æn.tɪ.lɛp.sɪs/

Definitions

1. noun

the act of taking hold or seizing something, especially the act of seizing the initiative in a situation or conflict

“The company’s antilepsis of the market allowed it to gain a significant advantage over its competitors.”

Synonyms

  • grasp
  • grip
  • seizure

Antonyms

  • abdication
  • relinquishment