inauguration
noun
- formal ceremony to mark the beginning of a major public leader's term of office, or official opening or beginning of an institution or structure
- act or process of swearing into office
Wiktionary
Pronunciation: /ɪˌnɔːɡ(j)ʊˈɹeɪʃən/ / /ɪˌnɔ.ɡjəˈɹeɪʃən/ / /ɪˌnɔ.ɡəˈɹeɪʃən/
noun
Etymology: From Middle French inauguration.
- 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.
“Near-synonym: dedication”
“The inauguration of the new bar was a success, with plenty of discounts.”