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

WordMeaning
agilitythe quality or state of being agile : nimbleness
imprudentnot prudent : lacking discretion, wisdom, or good judgment
tantamountequivalent in value, significance, or effect
riddlea mystifying, misleading, or puzzling question posed as a problem to be solved or guessed : conundrum
loathunwilling to do something contrary to one's ways of thinking : reluctant
revileto subject to verbal abuse : vituperate
derisionthe use of ridicule or scorn to show contempt
preludean introductory performance, action, or event preceding and preparing for the principal or a more important matter
comportto be fitting : accord
commemorativeintended as a commemoration