introductory

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adjective in·tro·duc·to·ry \ ˌin-trə-ˈdək-t(ə-)rē \

Definition of introductory

:of, relating to, or being a first step that sets something going or in proper perspective

an introductory course in calculus

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introductorily

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Examples of introductory in a Sentence

I'd like to make a few introductory remarks before we start the program.
a class in introductory physics

Recent Examples of introductory from the Web

The book is a good introductory text in part because of the sobering statistics.

— ron lieber, New York Times, "Hard-Won Advice in Books on Aging and Elder Care," 18 Aug. 2017
A tagline followed the introductory headings presenting a very high level overview of Olivia's key experience along with a quote -- from a trainee's evaluation -- validating her claims.

— dear sam, AL.com, "Use your resume to take the reader on a journey," 11 Aug. 2017
Regular classes offered include: The Mercademy Open House ($25) - a two-hour introductory workshop aimed at beginners.

— courtney ortega, star-telegram, "The Mercademy offers mermaid classes in Fort Worth and surrounding cities," 14 July 2017
Instead of the standard introductory class in biology, Pray benefited from an initiative funded by the Howard Hughes Medical Institute (HHMI) that gives students a chance to do genuine lab science.

— zahra ahmad, Science | AAAS, "Competition helps college students find a place in science," 12 July 2017
The first meeting will serve as an introductory session, with no suggested reading necessary prior to the event.

— idahostatesman, "Treasure Valley book events include release party with Kate Peterson," 7 July 2017
Uhlorn, who these days can barely speak, composed many of these brief introductory songs and oversaw the compilation of the books of praise for the Benedictine community.

— kathy hedberg, idahostatesman, "Once a masterly musician, Idaho nun struggles with dementia," 7 July 2017
Holland's Parker had an introductory role in last year's Captain America: Civil War, which excited Daniel Azbel, 15, who lives near Toronto.

— erin jensen, USA TODAY, "Why a teen Peter Parker is something to marvel at in the new 'Spider-Man'," 4 July 2017
In his introductory remarks, Hackett stressed that the company needs to match the speed of the ever-changing industry.

— pete bigelow, Car and Driver, "Ford Accelerates Robotics and Artificial-Intelligence Development," 30 June 2017

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First Known Use of introductory

1605

introductory Synonyms

Synonyms

beginning, preliminary, precursory, prefatory, prelim, prelusive, preparative, preparatory, primary

Antonyms

advanced

Related Words

introducing, prefacing, preparing, readying; premonitory, warning; basic, elementary, fundamental; ahead, early, former, preceding, previous, prior

Near Antonyms

after, behind, following, subsequent

INTRODUCTORY Defined for English Language Learners

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Definition of introductory for English Language Learners

: providing information about someone who is about to speak, perform, etc., or something that is about to begin
: providing basic information about a subject
: intended to attract customers when a new product, service, etc., is introduced