GRE Word List
PROLOGUE
the preface or introduction to a literary work
The meaning of the word prologue is the preface or introduction to a literary work.
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| infidel | one who is not a Christian or who opposes Christianity |
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| prominent | standing out or projecting beyond a surface or line : protuberant |
| impassioned | filled with passion or zeal : showing great warmth or intensity of feeling |
| altruistic | relating to or given to altruism: |
| rabble | a disorganized or confused collection of things |
| sepulcher | a place of burial : tomb |
| plebiscite | a vote by which the people of an entire country or district express an opinion for or against a proposal especially on a choice of government or ruler |
| obstreperous | marked by unruly or aggressive noisiness : clamorous |
| circumspect | careful to consider all circumstances and possible consequences : prudent |