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 |
|---|---|
| oligarchy | government by the few |
| dogmatic | characterized by or given to the expression of opinions very strongly or positively as if they were facts |
| penance | an act of self-abasement, mortification (see mortification |
| progeny | descendants |
| lumen | the cavity of a tubular organ or part |
| outgoing | going away : departing |
| culpable | meriting condemnation or blame especially as wrong or harmful |
| austere | stern and cold in appearance or manner |
| inert | lacking the power to move |
| timorous | of a timid disposition : fearful |