inductee

noun

Synonyms of inducteenext
: one who is inducted

Examples of inductee in a Sentence

a new crop of inductees produced by the draft
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The inaugural inductees are said to represent more than a century of Australian storytelling, creativity and cultural expression and are selected by an expert panel. — Lars Brandle, Billboard, 4 Nov. 2026 She was also inducted into the National Women’s Hall of Fame in 1993, becoming its first Latina inductee. — Sacbee.com, 28 Oct. 2026 The tradition at Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame ceremonies is for the inductees not to sing or play themselves but rather to enjoy a performance of one of their songs by another notable star or major figure. — Chris Willman, Variety, 27 Oct. 2026 However, unlike other Hall of Fame inductees, Lurie did not hold a pregame news conference. — CBS News, 27 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for inductee

Word History

First Known Use

1940, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of inductee was in 1940

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“Inductee.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/inductee. Accessed 7 Nov. 2026.

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