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 intro’s cowbell (played by Jimmy Miller) is probably the best use of that instrument in rock history. — René Ostberg, Encyclopedia Britannica, 8 July 2026 Jason Kirk Enjoy this playlist of every World Cup team’s official song selections for intros, warmup, goal-scoring and wins (that were available on Spotify). — Alex Kirshner, New York Times, 28 June 2026 The moving-room intro In classic Jackass movie tradition, Best and Last opens with an elaborate, glossy introduction that coincides with the opening credits. — Wesley Stenzel, Entertainment Weekly, 26 June 2026 After Korten’s shimmering, intimate Emahoy-esque piano intro, the quartet sounds tame and subdued, mostly playing off sparse block chords and swung hi-hats. — Rae-Aila Crumble, Pitchfork, 25 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for intro

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Noun

The demonstration also represented the public debut of the production version of Atlas in a live event following its introduction earlier this year at CES 2026.

— Clemente Lisi, Forbes.com, 6 July 2026
He was given a loud ovation during Saturday’s player introductions in his first NBA game before Jazz fans in Utah.

— Gary Bedore, Kansas City Star, 5 July 2026

Definition of introduction

Noun

What could have been a throwaway nibble instead becomes a thought-through, gripping preface that sets up what’s to come.

— Bill Addison, Los Angeles Times, 9 July 2026
In the preface of her new book, MJ Corey offers a note of apology for pouring so much energy into analyzing a family that’s famously famous for being famous, and for little else, said Megan Garber in The Atlantic.

— The Week US, TheWeek, 10 June 2026

Definition of preface

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Weber also called out former Bachelor host Chris Harrison for promoting (and writing the foreword to) LaPlaca’s memoir.

— Savannah Salazar, Vulture, 1 July 2026
Featuring a foreword by Keelan-Chaffins herself, this picture book for readers ages 6 and up highlights the significant role that children and everyday citizens play in fighting for equal rights for everyone.

— Diane Debrovner, PEOPLE, 1 July 2026