Prefacing — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

verb adjective

Meaning & Definition of Prefacing

Prefacing (verb)

  1. to make introductory remarks
  2. to say or write as preface
  3. precede, herald

Prefacing (adjective) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. as in introducing, preparing

    similar: introducing, preparing, readying, beginning, introductory, precursory, prefatory, prelim, preliminary, prelusive, preparative, preparatory, primary, premonitory, warning, basic, elementary, fundamental, ahead, early, former, preceding, previous, prior
    opposite: after, behind, following, subsequent

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Prefacing

The most common words with a similar meaning to Prefacing:

introducing, preparing, readying, beginning, introductory, precursory, prefatory, prelim, preliminary, prelusive, preparative, preparatory, primary, premonitory, warning, basic, elementary, fundamental, ahead, early, former, preceding, previous, prior

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Prefacing

Words with the opposite meaning of Prefacing:

after, behind, following, subsequent

Word Forms of Prefacing

Inflections: prefaced

Derived words: prefacer (noun)

Origin & Etymology of Prefacing

First known use: 1619i

Frequently Asked Questions about Prefacing

What does "Prefacing" mean?

"Prefacing" means to make introductory remarks. As an a verb and an adjective, it is defined as: to make introductory remarks.

What is another word for "Prefacing"?

Other words for "Prefacing" include introducing, preparing, readying, beginning, introductory, precursory, prefatory and prelim. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Prefacing" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Prefacing"?

There are 24 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Prefacing". Common alternatives include introducing, preparing, readying, beginning, introductory, precursory, prefatory, prelim, preliminary and prelusive.

What is the opposite of "Prefacing"?

Antonyms of "Prefacing" include after, behind, following and subsequent.

Is "Prefacing" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Prefacing" can be used as a verb and an adjective, depending on the context.

What is the origin of the word "Prefacing"?

First known use: 1619i.

What is another word for "Prefacing" meaning "as in introducing, preparing"?

When "Prefacing" (adjective) means as in introducing, preparing, synonyms include introducing, preparing, readying, beginning, introductory and precursory. Opposites in this sense include after, behind, following and subsequent.

What are the forms of "Prefacing"?

The word forms of "Prefacing" include prefaced.