Synonyms for

Inducted

Verb / ˌɪˈndʌktɪd / Another word for inducted — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

to admit formally or with ceremony into an organization or group

Synonyms & similar words

invest induce induct initiate seat initiated installed introduced enlisted commissioned admitted welcomed accepted received acknowledged incorporated recruited entered consecrated invested ordained established

Synonyms by register

Formal

initiated admitted installed enrolled

Informal

brought in welcomed accepted

Literary

ushered in received

Antonyms

expelled removed ejected discharged dismissed ousted

Common collocations

  • inducted into office
  • inducted into the hall of fame
  • inducted into the army
  • inducted into the service
  • inducted into membership
  • inducted into the fraternity
  • inducted into the academy

Word family

noun induction
verb induct
adjective inductive

Usage note

Often used in the context of formal ceremonies for admitting someone into a group, organization, or position. Be mindful of the specific preposition used, typically 'into'.

Example sentences

  1. The new members were inducted into the club.
  2. He was inducted into the military after completing basic training.
  3. The famous actor was inducted into the Hollywood Walk of Fame.
  4. She was inducted into the National Honor Society for her academic achievements.
  5. The athlete was inducted into the sports hall of fame for his outstanding performance.

Quotes

  • I am honored and thrilled to be inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame.
  • I was inducted into the National Women's Hall of Fame in October 2009.
  • I was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2001.

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