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
outmodednot being in style
mimicryan instance of mimicking
chaoticmarked by chaos or being in a state of chaos : completely confused or disordered
swipea strong sweeping blow
diversionthe act or an instance of diverting or straying from a course, activity, or use : deviation
noosea loop with a slipknot that binds closer the more it is drawn
stockadea line of stout posts set firmly to form a defense
fissurea narrow opening or crack of considerable length and depth usually occurring from some breaking or parting
testatora person who dies leaving a will or testament in force
ponderousof very great weight