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assumption of office
[əˈsʌmpʃən əv ˈɔːfɪs]
noun
pl: assumptions of office
posse
1.
The act or ceremony of taking on a position of authority or responsibility, especially in government or public office
The president's assumption of office was marked by an elaborate inauguration ceremony.
A posse do presidente foi marcada por uma cerimônia de inauguração elaborada.
2.
The formal beginning of duties and responsibilities associated with an elected or appointed position
Following the election, the assumption of office took place on January 20th.
Após a eleição, a posse ocorreu em 20 de janeiro.
Synonyms
inauguration
taking office
induction
accession
commencement of duties
Antonyms
resignation
relinquishment of office
stepping down
retirement
Regional Variations
General Brazilian
posse
Most common term used in Brazil for taking office
São Paulo
posse
Standard usage across all contexts
Portugal
tomada de posse
More formal phrase used in Portugal; sometimes shortened to 'posse'
General Portuguese
início do mandato
Alternative phrase meaning 'beginning of term/mandate'
Related Idioms & Phrases
take office
come into office
assume the presidency
sworn in
inaugural day
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