English dictionary

inaugurate

/I/n'/O/g/j//@/,r/eI/t/

Definitions, examples, synonyms and antonyms from WordNet 3.0.

adjective

commence officially

verb.social

Synonyms kick off

Source: WordNet 3.0
open ceremoniously or dedicate formally

verb.social

Source: WordNet 3.0
be a precursor of

verb.change

Synonyms introduce usher in

Source: WordNet 3.0
To introduce or induct into an office with suitable ceremonies or solemnities; to invest with power or authority in a formal manner; to install; as, to <i>inaugurate</i> a president; to <i>inaugurate</i> a king.

verb

Source: webster1913