foreword

noun

fore·​word ˈfȯr-(ˌ)wərd 

: prefatory comments (as for a book) especially when written by someone other than the author

Synonyms

• preface
• introduction

Examples of foreword in a Sentence

the editor makes some good points in the foreword about the author's life, so be sure to read it

Recent Examples on the Web

The anthology, edited by Christopher Golden and Brian Keene, features an introduction by King, 77, and a foreword by Golden. —Lizz Schumer, People.com, 9 Aug. 2025

With a foreword by Montreux CEO Mathieu Jaton and text by Arnaud Robert, this retrospective offers an immersive look at one of the world’s most influential music festivals. —Lee Sharrock, Forbes.com, 21 July 2025

Vice President Vance, who wrote the foreword for Roberts’ book, spoke at a film screening at Heritage last month. —Emily Brooks, The Hill, 6 May 2025

The foreword invites readers to Sandy June’s Legendary Frybread Drive-In, a gathering spot that appears across the North American continent (possibly breaking the laws of space-time?) to let regulars and newcomers from every tribal Nation come together for good food, good company, and good stories. —Caroline Carlson august 1, Literary Hub, 1 Aug. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

1842, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for foreword

• afterword
• firebird
• hummingbird
• ladybird
• mockingbird
• overheard
• thunderbird
• undergird
• undeterred
• absurd
• averred
• bluebird

Kids Definition

foreword

noun

fore·​word ˈfōr-(ˌ)wərd 

ˈfȯr-

: preface entry 1