acrologism

/ˌækroʊˈlɒdɪzəm/

Definitions

1. noun

A statement of one’s qualifications or accomplishments, especially at the beginning of a book, article, or other written work.

“The author’s acrologism at the start of the novel listed her numerous awards and publications.”

Synonyms

  • introduction
  • preface

Antonyms

  • aside
  • digression