inductee

An inductee is a person who has been inducted into a group, organization, or order. Induction is a formal admission that grants the person membership or status within that group, often accompanied by recognition of achievements, eligibility, or contributions. The term is widely used in contexts such as halls of fame, professional societies, fraternal orders, and ceremonial orders.

The word inductee derives from the verb induct, itself from Latin inducere, meaning to lead in or bring into. The -ee suffix denotes a person who is the recipient of an action. In practice, an inductee is typically selected through a nomination process, an eligibility review, and a vote or decision by a committee or body authorized to grant membership. The induction may culminate in a formal ceremony during which the inductee is publicly recognized, sometimes with a speech or presentation.

Inductees are distinguished from other recognitions such as honorary titles or awards in that induction commonly confers ongoing membership or status in the organization, not merely a one-time prize. The concept is especially prevalent in the creation of halls of fame, but also appears in professional associations, clubs, and military or civilian orders.