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 |
|---|---|
| apiculture | the keeping of bees especially on a large scale |
| bemused | marked by confusion or bewilderment : dazed |
| temporal | of or relating to time as opposed to eternity |
| vintner | a wine merchant |
| outlaw | a person excluded from the benefit or protection of the law |
| rusticate | to go into or reside in the country : follow a rustic life |
| elixir | a substance held capable of changing base metals into gold |
| feint | something feigned |
| fancier | one that has a special liking or interest |
| astringent | causing a tightening of soft organic tissues : styptic |