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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| mishap | an unfortunate accident |
| obligatory | binding in law or conscience |
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| flinch | to withdraw or shrink from or as if from pain : wince |
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