Prelusive — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

adjective /pri-ˈlü-siv/ pre·lu·sive

Meaning & Definition of Prelusive

Prelusive (adjective)

  1. constituting or having the form of a prelude, introductory

Prelusive (adjective) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. coming before the main part or item usually to introduce or prepare for what follows

    "after a prelusive dimming of the house lights intended to induce quiet, the stage curtain rose"

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

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Prelusive

The most common words with a similar meaning to Prelusive:

beginning, introductory, precursory, prefatory, prelim, preliminary, preparative, preparatory, primary

Related Words for Prelusive

introducing, prefacing, preparing, readying, premonitory, warning, basic, elementary, fundamental, ahead, early, former, preceding, previous, prior

Near Antonyms of Prelusive

after, behind, following, subsequent

Word Forms of Prelusive

Derived words: prelusively (adverb)

Origin & Etymology of Prelusive

First known use: 1605

Frequently Asked Questions about Prelusive

What does "Prelusive" mean?

"Prelusive" means constituting or having the form of a prelude, introductory. As an adjective, it is defined as: constituting or having the form of a prelude, introductory.

What is another word for "Prelusive"?

Other words for "Prelusive" include beginning, introductory, precursory, prefatory, prelim, preliminary, preparative and preparatory. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Prelusive" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Prelusive"?

There are 24 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Prelusive". Common alternatives include beginning, introductory, precursory, prefatory, prelim, preliminary, preparative, preparatory and primary.

How do you use "Prelusive" in a sentence?

Examples of "Prelusive" in a sentence: "after a prelusive dimming of the house lights intended to induce quiet, the stage curtain rose".

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

"Prelusive" is an adjective.

How do you pronounce "Prelusive"?

"Prelusive" is pronounced /pri-ˈlü-siv/ and divided into syllables as pre·lu·sive.

What is the origin of the word "Prelusive"?

First known use: 1605.

What is another word for "Prelusive" meaning "coming before the main part or item usually to introduce or prepare for what follows"?

When "Prelusive" (adjective) means coming before the main part or item usually to introduce or prepare for what follows, synonyms include beginning, introductory, precursory, prefatory, prelim and preliminary.