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
creepto move along with the body prone and close to the ground
resolveto deal with successfully : clear up
coronera usually elected public officer who is typically not required to have specific medical qualifications and whose principal duty is to inquire by an inquest into the cause of any death which there is reason to suppose is not due to natural causes compare medical examiner
kenthe range of perception, understanding, or knowledge
couriermessenger
dispiritedto deprive of morale or enthusiasm
antiqueexisting since or belonging to earlier times : ancient
trystan agreement (as between lovers) to meet
antidotea remedy to counteract the effects of poison
morosehaving a sullen and gloomy disposition