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
quicksilvermercury
unsulliednot soiled or tarnished : not sullied
stammerto make involuntary stops and repetitions in speaking : stutter
invincibleincapable of being conquered, overcome, or subdued
capriciousgoverned or characterized by caprice : impulsive
incredulitythe quality or state of being incredulous : disbelief
evasivetending or intended to evade : equivocal
plumpto drop, sink, or come in contact suddenly or heavily
abscondto depart secretly and hide oneself
parchmentthe skin of a sheep or goat prepared for writing on