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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WordMeaning
overseesurvey
bellicosefavoring or inclined to start quarrels or wars
swerveto turn aside abruptly from a straight line or course : deviate
beneficentdoing or producing good
obeisancea movement of the body made in token of respect or submission : bow
jocularsaid or done as a joke : characterized by jesting : playful
abideto bear patiently : tolerate
deviateto stray especially from a standard, principle, or topic
legacya gift by will especially of money or other personal property : bequest
preposterouscontrary to nature, reason, or common sense : absurd