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
adeptthoroughly proficient : expert
gloatto observe or think about something with triumphant and often malicious satisfaction, gratification, or delight
comatoseof, resembling, or affected with coma
swaythe action or an instance of swaying or of being swayed : an oscillating, fluctuating, or sweeping motion
sinecurean office or position that requires little or no work and that usually provides an income
quandarya state of perplexity or doubt
effectiveproducing a decided, decisive, or desired effect
vouchsafeto grant or furnish often in a gracious or condescending manner
deltathe 4th letter of the Greek alphabet see Alphabet Table
waylayto lie in wait for or attack (someone) from ambush