Synonyms for

Premiere

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

Definition

The first public performance or showing of a play, movie, or other production.

Synonyms & similar words

premier debut opening preview prelude curtain-raiser launch unveiling initiation introduction presentation commencement kickoff inauguration beginning origination birth

Synonyms by register

Formal

debut unveiling inauguration launch

Informal

first showing opening night big debut

Literary

first light dawn genesis

Antonyms

ending conclusion finale close aftermath postlude

Common collocations

  • premiere performance
  • premiere screening
  • world premiere
  • the premiere of
  • premiere episode
  • premiere date
  • premiere showing

Word family

noun premiere
verb premiere

Usage note

While 'premiere' is often used to refer to the first public performance of a play or film, it can also be used for the first performance of any significant work. The noun and verb forms are identical.

Example sentences

  1. The premiere of the new play is next week.
  2. We got tickets to the movie premiere.
  3. The premiere was attended by many celebrities.
  4. The movie premiere had a red carpet event.
  5. The premiere of the ballet was breathtaking.

Quotes

  • 'The premiere is the most important night. You cannot imagine what it is like.' - Grace Kelly
  • 'The premiere is the biggest thing a movie can have.' - George Lucas
  • 'The premiere sets the tone for the whole run.' - Daniel Radcliffe

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