GRE Word List
ANCESTRY
line of descent : lineage
The meaning of the word ancestry is line of descent : lineage.
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prosper | to succeed in an enterprise or activity |
replenish | to fill or build up again |
humane | marked by compassion, sympathy, or consideration for humans or animals |
chronicle | a historical account of events arranged in order of time usually without analysis or interpretation |
throng | a multitude of assembled persons |
helm | a lever or wheel controlling the rudder of a ship for steering |
fluted | having or marked by grooves |
countenance | look |
brackish | somewhat salty |
gourmand | one who is excessively fond of eating and drinking |