GRE Word List

PRELUDE

an introductory performance, action, or event preceding and preparing for the principal or a more important matter

The meaning of the word prelude is an introductory performance, action, or event preceding and preparing for the principal or a more important matter.

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paritythe quality or state of being equal or equivalent
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reclineto cause or permit to incline backwards
reparationa repairing or keeping in repair
convivialrelating to, occupied with, or fond of feasting, drinking, and good company
lubricateto make smooth or slippery
trekto make one's way arduously
chipa small usually thin and flat piece (as of wood or stone) cut, struck, or flaked off
genusa class, kind, or group marked by common characteristics or by one common characteristic
malingererto pretend or exaggerate incapacity or illness (as to avoid duty or work)