Definitions

debut

[dey-byoo, dih-, dey-byoo, deb-yoo] / deɪˈbyu, dɪ-, ˈdeɪ byu, ˈdɛb yu /

NOUN

first public appearance

Synonyms

STRONGEST

appearance beginning inauguration introduction launching opener presentation

STRONG

admission bow entrance entree entrée graduating graduation incoming initiation

WEAK

coming out coming out party first step

Antonyms

STRONGEST

conclusion end ending finish

WEAK

closing finale

Example Sentences

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If SpaceX stock comes down to earth after its market debut, it will take the entire space sector with it.

From Barron's • May 29, 2026

Neighbours star Imbruglia rose to fame upon the release of her debut album "Left Of The Middle" in 1997, and has since gone on to release another five studio albums.

From BBC • May 29, 2026

This year marks 10 years since spinner Sophie Ecclestone's England debut, and yet she is only 27.

From BBC • May 28, 2026

“Backrooms,” his debut feature, marks the start of a new new wave of filmmakers raised by internet feedback who are ready to reinvigorate the industry.

From Los Angeles Times • May 28, 2026

Sadie had negotiated for her cornbread debut with the legendary grandparents who made the big decisions at Sandy June’s.

From "Legendary Frybread Drive-In" by Cynthia Leitich Smith

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