INTRO Synonyms: 33 Similar and Opposite Words

intro

noun

ˈin-(ˌ)trō

Definition of intro

as in introduction

a short section (as of a book) that leads to or explains the main part in her intro the author offers rather precise definitions of some of the key words that she will be using throughout her book

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Recent Examples of intro The Citi® Diamond Preferred® Card has a similar intro APR period but only on balance transfers. — Andreina Rodriguez, CNBC, 25 Sep. 2026 In his intro, Cameron, 33, admitted to taking dance classes back in the day (but not wanting to admit that to his friends) and vowed to win the whole competition. — Liza Esquibias, USA Today, 15 Sep. 2026 Eventually, Musk began comparing himself to a real-life Tony Stark — part playboy with the power-chord intros, part savant innovator, part superhero. — David Fear, Rolling Stone, 10 Sep. 2026 The intro trailer posted by the White House on social media also sees the Sega logo transform into MAGA. — Will McCurdy, PC Magazine, 8 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for intro

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Noun

Now, for the first time in more than two decades, Old Edwards Reserve is evolving with the introduction of Laurel Village, a limited collection of 24 cottages positioned around an 18,000-square-foot private putting course.

— Robb Report Studio, Robb Report, 12 Oct. 2026
Its introduction will provide an early opportunity for the next commissioner to demonstrate progress on a recurring source of frustration.

— Jackson Thompson OutKick, FOXNews.com, 11 Oct. 2026

Definition of introduction

Noun

Li offers hints of how Field and Adelaide’s destiny came to pass, with a preface and short flash-forward scenes that striate the narrative.

— Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 13 Oct. 2026
So reads the first line in the preface of the first edition (1768) of the Encyclopædia Britannica.

— Murasaki Shikibu, Encyclopedia Britannica, 18 Sep. 2026

Definition of preface

Noun

The deluxe book features a foreword from Sex Pistols bassist Glen Matlock, a history of the 101’ers by band member Richard Nother Dudanski, plus Strummer’s own writings and illustrations.

— SPIN Staff, SPIN, 8 Oct. 2026
According to Complex, Kid Rock elaborates on a different, higher profile collaboration on his forthcoming album in the project’s foreword.

— Jonathan Bernstein, Rolling Stone, 2 Oct. 2026