prelude (B1)

noun

Pronunciation: /ˈprɛl.juːd/

Definition

An introductory piece of music, or an event or action that serves as an introduction to something more important.

Examples

• The gentle rain was a prelude to the storm that followed.

• The opening ceremony served as a prelude to the main sporting events.

• His early success was a prelude to his later fame.

How to Use prelude

prelude to (prepositional phrase)

Something that happens or exists before and indicates the approach of something else. — "The mild weather was a prelude to the heatwave."

Synonyms of prelude

Words with a similar meaning to prelude:

• opening
• introduction
• preface
• forerunner

Antonyms of prelude

Words with the opposite meaning to prelude:

• conclusion
• epilogue

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