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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WordMeaning
repastsomething taken as food : meal
disgorgeto discharge by the throat and mouth : vomit
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indisputablenot disputable : unquestionable
benisonblessing
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tangentialtouching lightly : incidental
accedeto express approval or give consent : to agree to a request or demand