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
murmura half-suppressed or muttered complaint : grumbling
superfluousexceeding what is sufficient or necessary : extra
precipicea very steep or overhanging place
vehementmarked by forceful energy : powerful
chancellorthe secretary of a nobleman, prince, or king
pacifyto allay the anger or agitation of : soothe
cuethe letter q
fundamentalserving as a basis supporting existence or determining essential structure or function : basic
bequeathto give or leave by will (see will
ensconceshelter