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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harpinga plucked stringed instrument consisting of a resonator, an arched or angled neck that may be supported by a post, and strings of graded length that are perpendicular to the soundboard
eloquencediscourse marked by force and persuasiveness
tumidmarked by swelling : swollen
intimidateto make timid or fearful : frighten
awfulextremely disagreeable or objectionable
spatsquabble; minor dispute; minor quarrel
rakean implement equipped with projecting prongs to gather material (such as leaves) or for loosening or smoothing the surface of the ground
induceto move by persuasion or influence
auxiliaryoffering or providing help
hideousoffensive to the senses and especially to sight : exceedingly ugly