inaugural Synonyms

first inauguration maiden opening launching initiatory introductory inaugural address initiative initial commencing beginning starter preludious curtain raiser start prelusive preparative primogenial starting preparatory salutatory primary rudimental primeval proemial prior preludial start-up untapped curtain lifter opening shot curtain warmer opening gun heavy stuff curtain raisers salutatory address opening ceremony 1st run up startup lead-in countdown premiere foundational hotdog instatement preliminary prefatory inaugurating