Meaning of the word inaugurate in English

What does inaugurate mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

inaugurate

US /ɪˈnɑː.ɡjə.reɪt/

UK /ɪˈnɔː.ɡjə.reɪt/

begin or introduce (a system, policy, or period)

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The new policy will be inaugurated next month.

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The company plans to inaugurate a new era of innovation.

Synonym:

commence initiate launch pioneer usher in

admit (someone) formally to public office with a ceremony

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The new president will be inaugurated next month.

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She was inaugurated as the first female mayor of the city.

Synonym:

install induct swear in invest

open (a building or monument) with a formal ceremony

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The new library was inaugurated by the mayor.

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They will inaugurate the monument with a grand ceremony.

Synonym:

open dedicate unveil

Related Word:

inaugural inauguration