introduced
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /ɪnˈtruːdʒd/
KK: /ɪnˈtrudʒd/
adjective
Definition
Not native to a place; brought from another location or environment.
Example
The introduced species began to thrive in the new ecosystem.
Conversation
Did you know that some plants are actually introduced species?
Yeah, I heard they can be a problem for local ecosystems.
Exactly! It's surprising how many we have around us.
I guess we need to be careful about what we plant in our gardens.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
foreign
alien
exotic
Antonyms
native
indigenous
local
verb
Definition
To have made someone or something known for the first time.
Example
She introduced her friend to the group at the party.
Tense Forms
Past: introduced
Past Participle: introduced
Conversation
Did you meet Sarah at the party last night?
Yeah, she was really nice!
I introduced her to a few of my friends, too.
Root Explanation
Introduced → It is formed from "intro-" (meaning into) and "ducere" (meaning to lead). The word "introduced" means to lead into or bring something into a situation or context.
Memory Tip
Think of leading something 'into' a new place or situation — 'intro-' means into, and 'ducere' means to lead.
Visually Confused Words
unintroduced
reintroduce
induced
subintroduce
interproduce
untrounced
untraduced
unproduced