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.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| infraction | the act of infringing : violation |
| unconscionable | shockingly unfair or unjust |
| defect | an imperfection or abnormality that impairs quality, function, or utility : shortcoming |
| nirvana | the final beatitude (see beatitude |
| dyspeptic | indigestion |
| sportive | frolicsome |
| propitiate | to gain or regain the favor or goodwill of : appease |
| context | the parts of a discourse that surround a word or passage and can throw light on its meaning |
| endorse | to write on the back of |
| constraint | the act of constraining |