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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| tribune | a Roman official under the monarchy and the republic with the function of protecting the plebeian citizen from arbitrary action by the patrician magistrates |
| clangor | a resounding clang or medley of clangs |
| demoniac | possessed or influenced by a demon |
| conglomerate | made up of parts from various sources or of various kinds |
| perpetrate | to bring about or carry out (something, such as a crime or deception) : commit |
| emollient | making soft or supple |
| pedant | one who is unimaginative or who unduly emphasizes minutiae in the presentation or use of knowledge |
| lethargic | of, relating to, or characterized by laziness or lack of energy : feeling or affected by lethargy : sluggish |
| maniacal | affected with or suggestive of madness |
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