introductory

adjective

ˌin-trə-ˈdək-t(ə-)rē How to pronounce introductory (audio)
Definition of introductorynext
1
as in preliminary
coming before the main part or item usually to introduce or prepare for what follows an introductory paragraph to the chapter on evolution

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2
as in basic
of or relating to the simplest facts or theories of a subject an introductory course in computer programming

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Recent Examples of introductory Snail Mucin When K-beauty broke into the US market in 2016, snail mucin was the introductory ingredient that got everyone hooked. — Audrey Noble, Vogue, 4 Aug. 2026 Predictably, Brees faced immediate questions about that shoulder at his introductory news conference for the Saints. — Larry Holder, New York Times, 4 Aug. 2026 Despite their almost identical offers, the Wells Fargo Reflect wins based on its introductory balance transfer fee and slightly lower variable APR range. — Ryley Amond,brett Holzhauer, CNBC, 4 Aug. 2026 In contrast, a 0% introductory APR offer means no interest accrues during the promotional window. — Dawn Papandrea, Forbes.com, 28 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for introductory
Recent Examples of Synonyms for introductory
  1. preliminary
  2. basic
  3. preparatory
  4. elementary
  5. rudimentary
Adjective
  • Iriarte-Valdez waived his right to a speedy preliminary hearing.
    — Maddie White, CBS News, 13 Aug. 2026
  • The grand jury indictment is a major step toward trial and allows prosecutors to skip California’s preliminary hearing process, where evidence is publicly aired.
    — Andrew Dalton, Chicago Tribune, 12 Aug. 2026
Definition of preliminary
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  • The away end is the only section to pre-date Charlton’s seven-year absence and facilities in there are basic.
    — Richard Sutcliffe, New York Times, 13 Aug. 2026
  • The research, published in Chem Circularity, explores a system based on calcium looping, a process that uses the same basic material—limestone—that is already central to cement manufacturing.
    — Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 13 Aug. 2026
Definition of basic
Adjective
  • Prince Gabriel, 22, completed a one-year preparatory course at the National Mathematics & Science College in England before graduating from the Royal Military Academy of Belgium.
    — Meredith Kile, PEOPLE, 27 July 2026
  • The Western Cape High Court judgment on Friday does not stop the impeachment committee from doing other preparatory work for the pending proceedings.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 24 July 2026
Definition of preparatory
Adjective
  • According to the district, only 83% of elementary seats and 79% of middle school seats were filled during the 2024 to 2025 school year.
    — Dan Raby, CBS News, 12 Aug. 2026
  • The district is also preparing to develop a new elementary-school literacy curriculum this school year, with the help of new state funding.
    — Jemma Stephenson, San Diego Union-Tribune, 11 Aug. 2026
Definition of elementary
Adjective
  • Initially a rudimentary, box-like affair, things have improved since, thanks mainly to the addition of a second tier behind the goal.
    — Richard Sutcliffe, New York Times, 13 Aug. 2026
  • And packing no GoTo computer requires at least a rudimentary knowledge of the night sky and a star atlas or planetarium software.
    — Damian Peach, Space.com, 4 Aug. 2026
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