prologue

/ˈpɹəʊlɒɡ//ˈpɹoʊlɑɡ/
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Word Statistics

Difficulty LevelIntermediate

Standard vocabulary

Word FrequencyVery Common

Used frequently in everyday conversation

Syllables3

Moderate complexity

Analysis:

  • Common vocabulary word
noun

1. A speech or section used as an introduction, especially to a play or novel.

Synonyms: forespeech
Antonyms: epilogue

2. One who delivers a prologue.

3. A component of a computer program that prepares the computer to execute a routine.

4. An individual time trial before a stage race, used to determine which rider wears the leader's jersey on the first stage.

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verb

1. To introduce with a formal preface, or prologue.

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