overture
noun | /overture/
Essential WordsMEDIUM
an opening move or proposal, often to start negotiations
overture
noun | /overture/
Essential WordsMEDIUMan opening move or proposal, often to start negotiations
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Synonyms
proposalapproachintroductionprelude
Antonyms
withdrawalfinaleconclusion
Examples
"The company made an overture to negotiate better terms."
"The orchestra's overture set the tone for the opera."
Etymology
from French ouverture “opening”
Source: Essential WordsAdded: 11/13/2025
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