Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

prologist

noun

/prəˈlɒdʒɪst/

Definition

A prologist is a person who specializes in the study or writing of prologues, which are introductory sections of literary works.

Examples

Shakespeare’s plays often have prologues that serve as a glimpse into the themes.
The prologist for this anthology curated a thought-provoking introduction to the collection.
Every great novel benefits from a skilled prologist to draw readers in right from the start.

Meaning

The term ‘prologist’ refers to someone who engages in the craft of creating prologues, often setting the stage for the main narrative and giving context to the story that follows.