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
flitto pass quickly or abruptly from one place or condition to another
worldlyof, relating to, or devoted to this world and its pursuits rather than to religion or spiritual affairs
forteone's strong point
vilemorally despicable or abhorrent
sequesterto set apart : segregate
ingratean ungrateful person
pejorativea word or phrase that has negative connotations (see connotation
aversiona feeling of repugnance toward something with a desire to avoid or turn from it
devoutcommitted or devoted to religion or to religious duties or exercises
pretentiouscharacterized by pretension: such as