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
epiloguea concluding section that rounds out the design of a literary work
trothloyal or pledged faithfulness : fidelity
vyingcontending; to strive for superiority
uproara state of commotion, excitement, or violent disturbance
minutiaea minute or minor detail
spanglea small plate of shining metal or plastic used for ornamentation especially on clothing
sublimatesublime
reclineto cause or permit to incline backwards
philanderera man who has sexual relations with many women
insinuateto impart or suggest in an artful or indirect way : imply