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
impoverishto make poor
subsequentfollowing in time, order, or place
swellto expand (as in size, volume, or numbers) gradually beyond a normal or original limit
decrepitudethe quality or state of being decrepit
declivitydownward inclination
unrulynot readily ruled, disciplined, or managed
countermandto revoke (a command) by a contrary order
senilitythe quality or state of being senile : the physical and mental decline associated with old age
interveneto occur, fall, or come between points of time or events
adversaryone that contends with, opposes, or resists : an enemy or opponent