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 |
|---|---|
| spasmodic | relating to or affected or characterized by spasm |
| doctrinaire | stubbornly or excessively devoted to a doctrine or theory without regard to practical considerations |
| bolster | a long pillow or cushion |
| feature | the structure, form, or appearance especially of a person |
| adjutant | a staff officer in the army, air force, or marine corps who assists the commanding officer and is responsible especially for correspondence |
| camaraderie | a spirit of friendly good-fellowship |
| ambrosia | the food of the Greek and Roman gods |
| effete | no longer fertile |
| pulmonary | of, relating to, affecting, or occurring in the lungs |
| foil | to prevent from attaining an end : defeat |