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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pretexta purpose or motive alleged or an appearance assumed in order to cloak the real intention or state of affairs
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inanelacking significance, meaning, or point : silly
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husbanda male partner in a marriage
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