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introductory

adjective

/ˌɪn.trəˈdʌk.tər.i/

Meaning

Serving as an introduction; preliminary or preparatory.

The professor gave an introductory lecture on economics.

preliminary, opening, initial, prefatory, preparatory

concluding, final, closing

introductory course, introductory offer, introductory remarks, introductory chapter

lacking fresh air; poorly ventilated; formal and conservative in attitude

Related to brain information processing and memory power

cautious; careful to avoid danger or problems

showing simplicity and lack of luxury; austere

Unpleasantly rough or severe in sound, taste, conditions, or treatment.

Easily angered; quick-tempered.