Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
foreword
noun
/ˈfɔːrwərd/
Definition
A short introductory section in a book or other written work, typically written by someone other than the author.
Examples
- She wrote a heartfelt foreword for his memoir.
- The foreword of the novel gave insight into the author’s inspiration.
- In the foreword, he thanked all who supported his journey.
Meaning
The foreword provides context or background information about the work, setting the stage for what the reader is about to encounter.
Synonyms
- Introduction
- Prologue
- Preamble
