Synonyms for

Introductions

Verb / ˌɪntrʌˈdʌkʃʌnz / / ˌɪntrəʊˈdʌkʃʌnz / Another word for introductions — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Introductions means the action of introducing someone or something.

Synonyms & similar words

intromission initiation insertion foundation introduction intro entry institution founding creation presentation instauration origination debut firstappearance launching unveiling innovation presentation prologue preface foreword preamble opening initiation commencement inauguration launch proem prolegomenon proemium exordium lead-in prelude herald announcer greeting salutation

Synonyms by register

Formal

preludes prefaces beginnings inaugurations

Informal

hellos greetings meet-and-greets

Literary

prologues openings

Antonyms

conclusions closings endings departures farewells terminations

Common collocations

  • make introductions
  • formal introductions
  • mutual introductions
  • awkward introductions
  • brief introductions
  • personal introductions
  • business introductions

Word family

noun introduction
verb introduce
adjective introductory
adverb introductively

Usage note

The word 'introductions' can refer to the act of introducing people or the initial part of something. Ensure context clarifies which meaning is intended.

Example sentences

  1. The teacher made introductions on the first day of school.
  2. Before the speech, the emcee gave introductions of the guests.
  3. I wrote a short introduction to my essay.
  4. The introduction of new technology changed the way we work.
  5. In her introduction, the author explained the purpose of the book.

Quotes

  • The introduction of many minds into many fields of learning along a broad spectrum keeps alive questions about the accessibility, if not the unity, of knowledge.
  • A good introduction should invite the listener to take a journey with the speaker.
  • The introduction of religious passion into politics is the end of honest politics, and the introduction of politics into religion is the prostitution of true religion.

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