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 |
|---|---|
| unsavory | insipid |
| immure | to enclose within or as if within walls |
| doddering | feeble |
| minion | a servile dependent, follower, or underling |
| jubilation | an act of rejoicing : the state of being jubilant |
| drudgery | dull, irksome, and fatiguing work : uninspiring or menial labor |
| castigation | to subject to severe punishment, reproof, or criticism |
| interim | an intervening time : interval |
| bulwark | a solid wall-like structure raised for defense : rampart |
| abhor | to regard with extreme repugnance : to feel hatred or loathing for : loathe |