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
palpablecapable of being touched or felt : tangible
urgentcalling for immediate attention : pressing
hotheada hotheaded person
pontificalepiscopal attire
cleaveto adhere firmly and closely or loyally and unwaveringly
rebateto reduce the force or activity of : diminish
disengageto release from something that engages or involves
platitudethe quality or state of being dull or insipid
referendumthe principle or practice of submitting to popular vote a measure passed on or proposed by a legislative body or by popular initiative
pell-mellin mingled confusion or disorder