GRE Word List
ANCESTRY
line of descent : lineage
The meaning of the word ancestry is line of descent : lineage.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| perspicuity | plain to the understanding especially because of clarity and precision of presentation |
| far-fetched | brought from a remote time or place |
| kinetic | of or relating to the motion of material bodies and the forces and energy associated therewith |
| crescendo | a gradual increase |
| stanch | to check or stop the flowing of |
| altercation | a noisy, heated, angry dispute |
| prosperity | the condition of being successful or thriving |
| wrath | strong vengeful anger or indignation |
| sentinel | sentry |
| entice | to attract artfully or adroitly or by arousing hope or desire : tempt |