preface (B1)

noun

Pronunciation: /ˈprɛfəs/

Definition

An introductory statement in a book or other piece of writing, explaining its purpose and scope.

Examples

• The preface to the new edition includes an update on recent developments.

• She wrote a brief preface to her collection of poems.

• He found the preface more interesting than the main text.

How to Use preface

preface to (prepositional phrase)

Used to indicate what the preface is about or relates to. — "The preface to the book discusses the historical context."

preface with (prepositional phrase)

Used to indicate what is said or done at the beginning of a speech or statement. — "He prefaced his speech with a joke to lighten the mood."

Synonyms of preface

Words with a similar meaning to preface:

• introduction
• foreword
• preamble
• prologue

Antonyms of preface

Words with the opposite meaning to preface:

• conclusion
• epilogue
• afterword

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