GRE Word List
PRELUDE
introduction; introductory performance or event; forerunner
The meaning of the word prelude is introduction; introductory performance or event; forerunner.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| growl | low, guttural, menacing sound (as of a dog) |
| conception | beginning; forming of an idea; fertilization; V. conceive: form an idea in the mind; devise; become pregnant; CF. inception |
| morose | ill-humored; sullen; sullenly melancholy |
| primary | first in rank or importance; principal; earliest in time; Ex. primary stages; N. CF. first |
| abrasive | rubbing away; tending to grind down |
| provocative | arousing anger or sexual interest; annoying; Ex. provocative in tight jeans; V. provoke: incite to anger; cause (an unpleasant action or feeling); N. provocation |
| belabor | harp on; dwell on tediously; explain or go over excessively or to a ridiculous degree; assail verbally; beat severely; attack physically |
| resentment | indignation; bitterness; displeasure; V. resent: feel anger about |
| appurtenances | subordinate possessions; something added to a more important thing |
| championship | position of champion; defense or support; competition held to determine a champion |
