What does the cryptic crossword clue "Join in revolution, deposing leader with initiative (12)" mean?

The definition is "with initiative". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). ENTER (synonym="Join in") + PRISING (synonym="revolution") = ENTERPRISING; definition: "with initiative" The answer is ENTERPRISING.

Join in revolution, deposing leader with initiative (12)

Guardian Cryptic #29128 | 27 Across | 2023-07-21 flower

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