inaugural
An inaugural is a ceremony inducting someone into a new position, especially the President. We also call the President’s first speech an inaugural address.
This word has to do with ceremonies and firsts: an inaugural or inaugural address is the first speech made by a President at a ceremony also called the inauguration. This word is highly associated with Presidents, but it can apply to any kind of official first. An inaugural trip to China is a first trip to China. If you want to make a first sound fancy or important, try inaugural.
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occurring at or characteristic of a formal investiture or induction
“the President’s
inaugural address”“an
inaugural ball”-
Antonyms:
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exaugural
occurring at or marking the close of a term of office
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valedictory
of a speech expressing leave-taking
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exaugural
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serving to set in motion
“the magazine’s
inaugural issue”-
synonyms:
first, initiative, initiatory, maiden-
opening
first or beginning
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opening
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an address delivered at an inaugural ceremony (especially by a United States president)
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the ceremonial induction into a position
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synonyms:
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type of:
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induction, initiation, installation
a formal entry into an organization or position or office
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induction, initiation, installation