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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WordMeaning
waiveto relinquish (something, such as a legal right) voluntarily
irreverencelack of reverence
gleama transient appearance of subdued or partly obscured light
valedictionan act of bidding farewell
gruesomeinspiring horror or repulsion : grisly
scowlto contract the brow in an expression of displeasure
padrea Christian clergyman
queryquestion
convoketo call together to a meeting
squabblea noisy altercation or quarrel usually over petty matters