Preludial

Pronunciation: /prɪˈlud.i.əl/

Definitions of preludial

adjective relating to or serving as a prelude; introductory

Example Sentences

A1 The preludial music played softly in the background as guests arrived at the party.

A2 The preludial remarks made by the speaker set the tone for the rest of the conference.

B1 The preludial chapter of the novel introduced the main characters and established the setting.

B2 The preludial phase of the project involved extensive research and planning.

C1 The preludial negotiations between the two countries laid the groundwork for future diplomatic talks.

C2 The preludial stages of the experiment were crucial in determining the overall success of the study.

Examples of preludial in a Sentence

formal The preludial remarks set the tone for the rest of the conference.

informal The preludial small talk before the meeting was awkward.

slang Let's skip the preludial introductions and get straight to the point.

figurative The preludial steps of the dance symbolized the beginning of a new chapter.

Grammatical Forms of preludial

• past tense: preludialed
• plural: preludials
• comparative: more preludial
• superlative: most preludial
• present tense: preludes
• future tense: will prelude
• perfect tense: have preluded
• continuous tense: is preluding
• singular: preludial
• positive degree: preludial
• infinitive: to prelude
• gerund: preluding
• participle: preluding

Origin and Evolution of preludial

First Known Use: 1601 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'preludial' originated from the Latin word 'praeludium', which means a prelude or introductory performance.

Evolution of the word: Initially used to refer to something introductory or preparatory, the meaning of 'preludial' has evolved to also signify something preliminary or leading up to a main event or action.