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exord

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Exord (noun) means an opening passage that introduces a longer piece of writing or a speech.

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An opening passage that introduces a longer piece of writing or a speech.

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

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Etymology

Comes from Latin exordium.

Synonyms

exordium preface

Related words

appendix premise preface prefix foreword exordium preamble prolusion

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What is the meaning of exord?

"exord" (noun) means an opening passage that introduces a longer piece of writing or a speech.

What is another word for exord?

Other words for "exord" include exordium, preface.

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