CEFR B2

inaugurate

verb

Meaning

To begin or introduce a system, policy, or period; to formally open or dedicate something, such as a building or a new office, with a ceremony.

Examples

The company will inaugurate its new factory next month.
The ceremony will inaugurate the new museum wing.

Synonyms: begin, launch, commence, initiate, dedicate

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inaugurate (B2)

verb

Pronunciation: /ɪˈnɔːɡjəreɪt/

Definition

To begin or introduce a system, policy, or period; to formally open or dedicate something, such as a building or a new office, with a ceremony.

Examples

The company will inaugurate its new factory next month.
The ceremony will inaugurate the new museum wing.
They plan to inaugurate a new policy to improve public services.

How to Use inaugurate

inaugurate something (collocation): To officially start or introduce something. — "The festival will inaugurate the summer season."
be inaugurated (collocation): To be formally introduced into an office or position. — "The new CEO will be inaugurated at the annual meeting."

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