Introductory
12 lettersadjectivecommonUpdated February 2026
Definition
Serving as an introduction; preliminary or basic. It describes something that provides initial information or serves to introduce a subject or topic.
“The university offers an introductory course in computer programming for beginners.”
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Features the 'ORY' suffix and multiple 'O' vowels; contains the 'INTRO' opening pattern
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Worth 18 points; the 'Y' tile provides good scoring potential on premium squares
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