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
delineateto describe, portray, or set forth with accuracy or in detail
initiateto cause or facilitate the beginning of : set going
rousinggiving rise to excitement : stirring
pejorativea word or phrase that has negative connotations (see connotation
regimeregimen
incidencerate of occurrence or influence
appositehighly pertinent or appropriate : apt
peripherythe perimeter of a circle or other closed curve
pervasiveexisting in or spreading through every part of something
cuisinemanner of preparing food : style of cooking