preliminary synonyms

 Here are some preliminary synonyms, categorized for nuance:

Regarding an initial stage:

• initial
• introductory
• preparatory
• beginning
• starting
• first
• opening
• rudimentary
• foundational

Regarding a tentative or provisional nature:

• provisional
• tentative
• exploratory
• pilot
• trial
• interim
• experimental
• proposed

Regarding something that precedes:

• preceding
• prior
• antecedent
• preliminary to

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By Jerry Ramonyai