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
nuptialof or relating to marriage or the marriage ceremony
cadeta younger brother or son
inquisitorone who inquires or makes inquisition
seetheto suffer violent internal excitement
besiegeto surround with armed forces
bluffhaving a broad flattened front
rouea man devoted to a life of sensual pleasure : rake
arbitrateto act as arbiter upon (a disputed question) : to settle (a dispute between two people or groups) after hearing the arguments and opinions of both
nascentcoming or having recently come into existence
alienateto cause to be estranged : to make unfriendly, hostile, or indifferent especially where attachment formerly existed