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 |
|---|---|
| loath | unwilling to do something contrary to one's ways of thinking : reluctant |
| abyss | an immeasurably deep gulf or great space |
| warrant | sanction |
| seemly | good-looking |
| desiccate | to dry up |
| soporific | causing or tending to cause sleep |
| causal | expressing or indicating cause : causative |
| disinterested | not having the mind or feelings engaged (see engaged |
| cynosure | the northern constellation Ursa Minor |
| premonition | previous notice or warning : forewarning |