Inaugural
/ɪˈnɔːɡjərəl/
Definitions
Occurring at or characterizing the beginning; serving as an introduction or opening.
/ɪˈnɔːɡjərəl/
Marking the beginning of something
The concert was the inaugural performance of the new orchestra.
💡 Simply: Like the first day of school or the grand opening of a store, inaugural means it's the very beginning of something. It's the 'start' of something special!
👶 For kids: It means the very first one, like the first day of school!
More Examples
The president delivered an inaugural speech.
The inaugural flight of the new airline was a success.
How It's Used
"The inaugural address of the president set the tone for the new administration."
"The museum held an inaugural exhibition to celebrate its opening."
Idioms & expressions
inaugural flight
The first flight a new airplane or airline makes.
"The airline's inaugural flight was fully booked."
From Latin *inauguralis*, relating to divination or the beginning of an office, from *inaugurare* 'to consecrate'.
The term 'inaugural' has been used for centuries, primarily in the context of Roman religious ceremonies and later to describe the start of important events.
Memory tip
Think of the "inaugural" ball; it's the first one of a new term or event.