investiture

noun
UK: /ɪnˈvɛstɪtʃər/
US: /ɪnˈvɛstɪtʃər/

  1. A formal ceremony where someone is given a new rank or position of authority.

    1. The investiture was held in the great hall.
    2. The Prince's investiture as Duke took place with great pomp and ceremony, signifying his new responsibilities.

  2. The act of formally giving someone a right or possession.

    1. His investiture with power changed everything.
    2. The formal investiture of the land rights ensured that the community could continue farming the area for generations.

Synonyms

installation induction inauguration coronation

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "investiture" in English means: A formal ceremony where someone is given a new rank or position of authority., The act of formally giving someone a right or possession..

The phonetic transcription of "investiture" is /ɪnˈvɛstɪtʃər/ in British English and /ɪnˈvɛstɪtʃər/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "investiture": installation, induction, inauguration, coronation.

Example usage of "investiture": "The investiture was held in the great hall.". More examples on the page.