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
hallowedholy
titularhaving the title and usually the honors belonging to an office or dignity without the duties, functions, or responsibilities
devoutcommitted or devoted to religion or to religious duties or exercises
exemptfree or released from some liability or requirement to which others are subject
aviarya place for keeping birds confined
galvanicof, relating to, or producing a direct current of electricity
applicationan act of applying:
floefloating ice formed in a large sheet on the surface of a body of water
expatiateto move about freely or at will : wander
insinuateto impart or suggest in an artful or indirect way : imply