introduce

/ɪnˈtrødʒ/ /ɪnˈtro͟ʊdʒ/ /ɪnˈtrudʒ/

Definitions

1. verb

to make someone know or aware of something; to present or show something to others; to bring or lead someone into contact with something or someone.

“The professor will introduce the new student to the class.”

2. verb

to put or bring something into a particular state or condition, especially by introducing a new element or influence.

“The new policy will introduce a significant change in the company’s operations.”

3. verb

to cause something to be known or understood, especially a new idea or invention.

“The invention of the internet introduced a new era of global communication.”

4. noun

the act of making someone know or aware of something; a presentation or introduction of something or someone.

“The introduction of the keynote speaker was well-received by the audience.”

5. noun

a person who introduces or presents something or someone; a host or presenter.

“The host introduced the performers to the audience.”

6. adjective

new or recent; introduced or brought into use.

“The new introduce software has improved the efficiency of the system.”

Synonyms

  • bring in
  • launch
  • present
  • propose

Antonyms

  • exclude
  • omit
  • withhold