Inaugural

/ɪˈnɔːɡjʊrəl/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A formal ceremony in which someone is inducted into office.

The senator's inaugural will take place next week.

adjective

Marking the beginning of an institution, activity, or period of office.

The president delivered her inaugural address as she took office.

Referring to the first instance of something.

We are excited to host the inaugural event of the new festival.

Relating to a formal ceremony to mark the beginning of something.

The inaugural ball will be a grand event attended by many dignitaries.

The word 'inaugural' comes from the Latin 'inauguralis', derived from 'inaugurare', meaning to consecrate or to announce.

inaugural speech

A formal address that marks the beginning of a term or an event.

inaugural ceremony

A formal event that marks the start of a significant period or office.

inaugural event

The first event in a series, typically marking a new beginning.

inaugurate

To mark the beginning of an institution, event, or period.

inauguration

The act of formally beginning a new office or period.

initiate

To cause a process or action to begin.

Kickoff

We're having the kickoff for our new project next week.

Launch

This launch party is going to be epic!