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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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| worldly | of, relating to, or devoted to this world and its pursuits rather than to religion or spiritual affairs |
| hoary | gray or white with or as if with age |
| bacchanalia | a Roman festival of Bacchus celebrated with dancing, song, and revelry |
| nexus | connection |
| bowdlerize | to expurgate (something, such as a book) by omitting or modifying parts considered vulgar |
| condescend | to assume an air of superiority |
| hamper | to restrict the movement of by bonds or obstacles : impede |
| quip | a clever usually taunting remark : gibe |
| tumid | marked by swelling : swollen |
| desiccate | to dry up |