Inaugurate

Pronunciation: /ɪˈnɔːɡjərɪt/

Inaugurate (verb)

  1. to officially begin a special event or activity.
  2. to formally introduce someone into a new job or position.
  3. to officially open a new building or place for use.

Examples

  • They will inaugurate the festival with a grand ceremony.
  • The mayor inaugurated the new cultural event last night.

Common collocations: inaugurate a festival, inaugurate a ceremony, inaugurate a president, inaugurate a leader, inaugurate a building

Synonyms of Inaugurate

Formal

Neutral

Antonyms of Inaugurate

  • ending a process or ceremony
  • bringing something to an end