GRE Word List
ANCESTRY
line of descent : lineage
The meaning of the word ancestry is line of descent : lineage.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| incubus | an evil spirit that lies on persons in their sleep |
| purge | to clear of guilt |
| unfledged | not feathered : not ready for flight |
| macabre | having death as a subject : comprising or including a personalized representation of death |
| paragon | a model of excellence or perfection |
| paean | a joyous song or hymn of praise, tribute, thanksgiving, or triumph |
| ceremonious | devoted to forms and ceremony |
| concede | to acknowledge grudgingly or hesitantly |
| bifurcated | divided into two branches or parts |
| marrow | bone marrow |