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
apotheosisthe perfect form or example of something : quintessence
grudgeto be unwilling to give or admit : give or allow reluctantly or resentfully
usagefirmly established and generally accepted practice or procedure
saunterto walk about in an idle or leisurely manner : stroll
uncannyseeming to have a supernatural character or origin : eerie
agendaa list or outline of things to be considered or done
quaintpleasingly or strikingly old-fashioned or unfamiliar
compliancethe act or process of complying to a desire, demand, proposal, or regimen or to coercion
plethoraan ample amount or number : abundance
belieto give a false impression of