Inaugural

Pronunciation: /ɪˈnɔːɡjərəl/

Definitions of inaugural

adjective relating to the beginning or first occurrence of something, such as an event or ceremony

Example Sentences

A1 The school held its inaugural talent show last week.

A2 The company's inaugural product launch was a huge success.

B1 The museum's inaugural exhibition featured works by local artists.

B2 The politician gave a speech at the inaugural ceremony of the new hospital.

C1 The orchestra's inaugural performance at the prestigious venue received rave reviews.

C2 The inaugural issue of the literary magazine showcased the work of established and emerging writers.

Examples of inaugural in a Sentence

formal The president delivered a powerful speech at his inaugural ceremony.

informal I can't believe it's already time for the inaugural event.

slang The inaugural party was lit!

figurative The first day of school felt like my inaugural into a new chapter of life.

Grammatical Forms of inaugural

• past tense: inaugurated
• plural: inaugurals
• comparative: more inaugural
• superlative: most inaugural
• present tense: inaugurates
• future tense: will inaugurate
• perfect tense: has inaugurated
• continuous tense: is inaugurating
• singular: inaugural
• positive degree: inaugural
• infinitive: inaugurate
• gerund: inaugurating
• participle: inaugurated

Origin and Evolution of inaugural

First Known Use: 1601 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'inaugural' originated from the Latin word 'inaugurare', which means 'to take omens from the flight of birds' or 'to consecrate or install when omens are favorable'.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the meaning of 'inaugural' has evolved to refer to the beginning or initiation of something significant, such as the inauguration of a president or the opening of a new building.