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inauguration

noun

Synonyms and Antonyms of inauguration

the process or an instance of being formally placed in an office or organization
  • the pomp and circumstance of a presidential inauguration
Synonyms of inauguration

baptism, inaugural, induction, initiation, installation, installment (also instalment), investiture, investment
Words Related to inauguration

enlistment, enrollment (also enrolment)

promotion
Near Antonyms of inauguration

discharge, removal

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