inaugurated

[ɪˈnɔːɡjʊreɪtɪd]

inaugurated Definition

  • 1formally begin or introduce (a system, policy, or period)
  • 2admit (someone) formally to public office

Using inaugurated: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "inaugurated" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The new train service was inaugurated by the Prime Minister.

  • Example

    The President will be inaugurated on January 20th.

  • Example

    The museum was inaugurated in 1995.

  • Example

    The company inaugurated a new policy for remote work.

inaugurated Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for inaugurated

Antonyms for inaugurated

  • end
  • conclude
  • terminate

Phrases with inaugurated

  • hold a formal ceremony to mark the beginning of a new building's use

    Example

    The mayor inaugurated the new library building with a ribbon-cutting ceremony.

  • a speech given by a newly elected leader at their inauguration ceremony

    Example

    The President's inaugural address outlined his vision for the country's future.

  • a formal dance held to celebrate the inauguration of a new leader

    Example

    The inauguration ball was attended by many dignitaries and celebrities.

Origins of inaugurated

from Latin 'inaugurare', meaning 'to take omens from the flight of birds'

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Summary: inaugurated in Brief

To 'inaugurate' [ɪˈnɔːɡjʊreɪtɪd] is to formally begin or introduce a system, policy, or period, or admit someone formally to public office. Examples include 'The new train service was inaugurated by the Prime Minister.' and 'The President will be inaugurated on January 20th.' 'Inaugurate' can also refer to holding a formal ceremony to mark the beginning of something, such as 'inaugurate a building.'