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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maternalof, relating to, belonging to, or characteristic of a mother : motherly
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wholesomepromoting health or well-being of mind or spirit
haughtinessblatantly and disdainfully proud : having or showing an attitude of superiority and contempt for people or things perceived to be inferior
inimitablenot capable of being imitated : matchless
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