Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

introductive

adjective
/ˌɪntrəˈdʌk.tɪv/
Definition
serving as an introduction; preliminary.
Examples
  • This introductory course will help you understand the basics of programming.
  • The introductive remarks set the tone for the entire presentation.
Meaning
The word ‘introductive’ refers to something that is designed to introduce, or that serves as a preliminary to something else.
Synonyms
  • preliminary
  • introductory
  • opening
  • foreword
  • prefatory