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
actuaryclerk
sullyto make soiled or tarnished : defile
quibbleto evade the point of an argument by caviling about words
protractto prolong in time or space : continue
brandishto shake or wave (something, such as a weapon) menacingly
fosterhaving, relating to, or being the relationship between a foster parent and the child who the foster parent cares for
paritythe quality or state of being equal or equivalent
bereavementthe state or fact of being bereaved or deprived of something or someone
jibeto be in accord : agree
nauseateto become affected with nausea