Synonyms of introduction

introduction

noun

ˌin-trə-ˈdək-shən 

as in preface

a short section (as of a book) that leads to or explains the main part

a leading biologist wrote the introduction to that new textbook

Synonyms & Similar Words

• preface
• foreword
• intro
• prologue
• prelude
• preamble
• beginning
• proem
• exordium
• initiation
• start
• prolusion
• commencement
• outset
• opening
• origin
• origination

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• epilogue
• postscript
• conclusion
• end
• aftermath
• closing
• termination
• cessation
• close
• finish
• stop
• envoi
• finale

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of introduction

Of the dozens of vehicles to bear the marque’s famous crest over the decades, none is more beloved than the 911, which hasn’t gone out of production since its introduction in 1964. — Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 15 Oct. 2026

The atmospheric drama followed a closeted physical ed teacher in Newcastle, navigating the introduction of Margaret Thatcher’s Section 28 anti-gay law. — Elaina Patton, IndieWire, 15 Oct. 2026

Related Stories The movie’s masterstroke is an introduction (and several subsequent flashbacks) rendered in 2D animation, courtesy of studio Titmouse Inc. — Siddhant Adlakha, Variety, 15 Oct. 2026

Lauren Fulcher, director at Tache, described Minor Attractions as a good introduction to the art market. — Hikmat Mohammed, ARTnews.com, 15 Oct. 2026