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Prelude

Noun / ˈpreɪˌlu:d / Another word for prelude — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

an introductory piece of music, event, or action

Synonyms & similar words

preliminary overture introduction opening prologue beginning preamble preface foreword overture curtain-raiser proem lead-in precursor harbinger forerunner herald signal indication portent omen warning

Synonyms by register

Formal

preamble preface introduction prologue

Informal

warm-up opening start kick-off

Literary

foreword proem overture

Antonyms

conclusion epilogue aftermath sequel postscript ending finale

Common collocations

  • musical prelude
  • brief prelude
  • short prelude
  • opening prelude
  • prelude to war
  • prelude to disaster
  • prelude to change

Word family

noun prelude
verb prelude

Usage note

A prelude is an introductory piece of music, or an event or action that serves as an introduction to something more important. It is often used in a formal or literary context.

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Example sentences

  1. The prelude to the game was the national anthem.
  2. The prelude to the story set the scene for what was to come.
  3. She played a prelude on the piano before beginning her recital.
  4. The prelude to the meeting was a presentation by the CEO.

Quotes

  • Music is the divine way to tell beautiful, poetic things to the heart. - Pablo Casals
  • I feel like a little kid who just walked into a candy store. I think that's something to smile about. - Brandon Boyd
  • Without music, life would be a mistake. - Friedrich Nietzsche

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