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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WordMeaning
detrimentalobviously harmful : damaging
foistto introduce or insert surreptitiously or without warrant
gustthe sensation of taste
postulatedemand
exhaleto rise or be given off as vapor
desultorymarked by lack of definite plan, regularity, or purpose
retardto delay or impede the development or progress of : to slow up especially by preventing or hindering advance or accomplishment
inconsequentialof no significance : unimportant
consonantbeing in agreement or harmony : free from elements making for discord
matriculateto enroll as a member of a body and especially of a college or university