GRE Word List
LINEAGE
descent in a line from a common progenitor
The meaning of the word lineage is descent in a line from a common progenitor.
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| reciprocal | inversely related : opposite |
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| peccadillo | a slight offense |
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| impel | to urge or drive forward or on by or as if by the exertion of strong moral pressure : force |
| converse | to exchange thoughts and opinions in speech : talk |
| padre | a Christian clergyman |
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