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.

Random words

WordMeaning
withstandto stand up against : oppose with firm determination
lopsidedleaning to one side
neophytea new convert : proselyte
preamblean introductory statement
assuageto lessen the intensity of (something that pains or distresses) : ease
specioushaving a false look of truth or genuineness : sophistic
irrelevantnot relevant : inapplicable
reparationa repairing or keeping in repair
irrevocablenot possible to revoke : unalterable
insolventunable to pay debts as they fall due in the usual course of business