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 |
|---|---|
| deterrent | serving to discourage, prevent, or inhibit : serving to deter |
| ancillary | subordinate |
| glean | to gather grain or other produce left by reapers |
| incursion | a hostile entrance into a territory : raid |
| congruent | congruous |
| forfeit | something forfeited or subject to being forfeited (as for a crime, offense, or neglect of duty) : penalty |
| wizardry | the art or practices of a wizard : sorcery |
| overwrought | extremely excited : agitated |
| creep | to move along with the body prone and close to the ground |
| elicit | to call forth or draw out (something, such as information or a response) |