INVESTITURE Synonyms: 15 Similar and Opposite Words

investiture

noun

in-ˈve-stə-ˌchu̇r

as in inauguration

the process or an instance of being formally placed in an office or organization the investiture of a new member of parliament

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Recent Examples on the Web Prince William will preside over investiture ceremony, a charity dinner this week With both Charles and Kate out of the public eye, experts predict William will have added responsibilities in his role within the royal family. —

Jay Stahl, USA TODAY, 7 Feb. 2024 The day's main event is the monarch's investiture of new members with the Order of the Garter's insignia in the Throne Room of Windsor Castle. —

Janine Henni, Peoplemag, 17 June 2024 The Prince of Wales helmed a morning investiture ceremony at Windsor Castle on behalf of his father the King, and King Charles hosted an afternoon reception for the winners of The Prince Trust Awards 2024 at Buckingham Palace. —

Janine Henni, Peoplemag, 24 May 2024 While Charles and Camilla attended the service, Prince William held investitures at Windsor Castle. —

Sabienna Bowman, Peoplemag, 15 May 2024 See all Example Sentences for investiture

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