GRE Word List

ANCESTRY

line of descent : lineage

The meaning of the word ancestry is line of descent : lineage.

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WordMeaning
sageone (such as a profound philosopher) distinguished for wisdom
zanyvery eccentric (see eccentric
arduoushard to accomplish or achieve : difficult
pedantone who is unimaginative or who unduly emphasizes minutiae in the presentation or use of knowledge
omniscienthaving infinite awareness, understanding, and insight
ratifyto approve and sanction formally : confirm
neophytea new convert : proselyte
kneadto work and press into a mass with or as if with the hands
meticulousmarked by extreme or excessive care in the consideration or treatment of details
hermeticof or relating to the mystical and alchemical writings or teachings arising in the first three centuries a.d.