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
lingerto be slow in parting or in quitting something : tarry
gainsayto declare to be untrue or invalid
divaprima donna
addressto mark directions for delivery on
realmkingdom
kenthe range of perception, understanding, or knowledge
pittancea small portion, amount, or allowance
equivocalsubject to two or more interpretations and usually used to mislead or confuse
aegisa shield or breastplate emblematic of majesty that was associated with Zeus and Athena
cleaveto adhere firmly and closely or loyally and unwaveringly