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 |
|---|---|
| palpable | capable of being touched or felt : tangible |
| urgent | calling for immediate attention : pressing |
| hothead | a hotheaded person |
| pontifical | episcopal attire |
| cleave | to adhere firmly and closely or loyally and unwaveringly |
| rebate | to reduce the force or activity of : diminish |
| disengage | to release from something that engages or involves |
| platitude | the quality or state of being dull or insipid |
| referendum | the principle or practice of submitting to popular vote a measure passed on or proposed by a legislative body or by popular initiative |
| pell-mell | in mingled confusion or disorder |