inaugural

adjective12 collocationsAvg. frequency: 7.3

the first formal speech given by a new leader, such as a president, when they begin their term of office

a formal speech given to mark the beginning of something, such as a new leader's term or a new institution

a formal event to mark the beginning of a leader's term of office or the opening of a significant new public building or organization

the very first season of a new sports league, team, television series, or theatrical production

the very first event in a series or the first event held by a new organization or at a new venue

the very first meeting of a new committee, council, or organization

the first official meeting period of a parliament, congress, or other legislative body after an election

the first lecture given by a professor upon being appointed to a new position at a university

the first conference of a new series or for a newly formed association

a parade held as part of the celebrations for the inauguration of a new president or leader

the first concert in a series or festival, or the first performance in a new concert hall

the celebrations and events marking the start of a leader's term or a major new undertaking