GRE Word List

PREFATORY

of, relating to, or constituting a preface

The meaning of the word prefatory is of, relating to, or constituting a preface.

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WordMeaning
vilemorally despicable or abhorrent
partialitythe quality or state of being partial : bias
complicityassociation or participation in or as if in a wrongful act
blasphemythe act of insulting or showing contempt or lack of reverence for God
perpetuateto make perpetual or cause to last indefinitely
wagto be in motion : stir
reproveto scold or correct usually gently or with kindly intent
uproara state of commotion, excitement, or violent disturbance
coddleto cook (something, such as eggs) in liquid slowly and gently just below the boiling point
impiousnot pious : lacking in reverence or proper respect (as for God or one's parents) : irreverent