inauguration UK /ɪˌnɔːɡ(j)ʊˈɹeɪʃən/US /ɪˌnɑ.ɡjəˈɹeɪʃən/ noun2 •The act of inaugurating, or inducting into office with solemnity; investiture by appropriate ceremonies. •The formal beginning, initiation, or entry into service of any movement, enterprise, building, event, etc.The inauguration of the new bar was a success, with plenty of discounts. formsinaugurations