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.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| cynical | having or showing the attitude or temper of a cynic: such as |
| finale | the close or termination of something: such as |
| legato | in a manner that is smooth and connected (as between successive tones) |
| hostage | a person held by one party in a conflict as a pledge pending the fulfillment of an agreement |
| merit | a praiseworthy quality : virtue |
| colossus | a statue of gigantic size and proportions |
| circumscribe | to constrict (see constrict |
| legacy | a gift by will especially of money or other personal property : bequest |
| vise | any of various tools with two jaws for holding work that close usually by a screw, lever, or cam |
| negate | to deny the existence or truth of |