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
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| flit | to pass quickly or abruptly from one place or condition to another |
| worldly | of, relating to, or devoted to this world and its pursuits rather than to religion or spiritual affairs |
| forte | one's strong point |
| vile | morally despicable or abhorrent |
| sequester | to set apart : segregate |
| ingrate | an ungrateful person |
| pejorative | a word or phrase that has negative connotations (see connotation |
| aversion | a feeling of repugnance toward something with a desire to avoid or turn from it |
| devout | committed or devoted to religion or to religious duties or exercises |
| pretentious | characterized by pretension: such as |