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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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| exodus | the mainly narrative second book of canonical Jewish and Christian Scripture see Bible Table |
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| pique | to excite or arouse especially by a provocation, challenge, or rebuff |
| hoary | gray or white with or as if with age |
| multiplicity | the quality or state of being multiple or various |
| beatific | of, possessing, or imparting beatitude |
| beguile | hoodwink |
| temperament | characteristic or habitual inclination or mode of emotional response |
| obstinate | stubbornly adhering to an opinion, purpose, or course in spite of reason, arguments, or persuasion |
| drudge | to do hard, menial, or monotonous work |