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
niggardlygrudgingly mean about spending or granting : begrudging
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sleazylacking firmness of texture : flimsy
ungainlylacking in smoothness or dexterity : clumsy
shystera person who is professionally unscrupulous especially in the practice of law or politics : pettifogger
exclaimto cry out or speak in strong or sudden emotion
antithesisthe direct opposite
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canarda false or unfounded report or story
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