Inauguration

Pronunciation: /ɪˌnɔːɡjʊˈreɪʃən/

Definitions of inauguration

noun a formal ceremony to mark the beginning of a leader's term in office

Example Sentences

A1 The inauguration of the new school building was a grand event.

A2 The inauguration of the new president will take place next week.

B1 The inauguration ceremony was attended by dignitaries from around the world.

B2 The inauguration speech focused on unity and progress for the nation.

C1 The inauguration of the new museum marked a significant cultural milestone.

C2 The inauguration of the new technology center was a symbol of innovation and advancement.

Examples of inauguration in a Sentence

formal The inauguration of the new president will take place next week.

informal Are you going to the inauguration ceremony this weekend?

slang I heard the inauguration party is going to be lit!

figurative The inauguration of the new project marked a new beginning for the company.

Grammatical Forms of inauguration

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

Origin and Evolution of inauguration

First Known Use: 1601 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'inauguration' originated from the Latin word 'inauguratio', which referred to the ancient Roman ritual of taking omens before assuming office.

Evolution of the word: Over time, 'inauguration' came to specifically denote the formal ceremony or event marking the beginning of a new term in office or the launch of a project or organization.