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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| vignette | a picture (such as an engraving or photograph) that shades off gradually into the surrounding paper |
| symmetry | balanced proportions |
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| verbiage | a profusion of words usually of little or obscure content |
| accord | to grant or give especially as appropriate, due, or earned |
| unobtrusive | not obtrusive : not blatant, arresting, or aggressive : inconspicuous |
| dabble | to work or involve oneself superficially or intermittently especially in a secondary activity or interest |
| venial | of a kind that can be remitted : forgivable |
| crypt | a chamber (such as a vault) wholly or partly underground |
| indissoluble | not dissoluble |