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 |
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| haven | harbor |
| vie | to strive for superiority : contend |
| vantage | a position giving a strategic advantage, commanding perspective, or comprehensive view |
| preeminent | having paramount rank, dignity, or importance : outstanding |
| finish | to come to an end : terminate |
| ceremonious | devoted to forms and ceremony |
| substantiate | to give substance or form to : embody |
| rebuke | to criticize sharply : reprimand |
| repulsion | the action of repulsing : the state of being repulsed |
| clasp | a device (such as a hook) for holding objects or parts together |