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 |
|---|---|
| balmy | having the qualities of balm : soothing |
| impolitic | not politic : unwise |
| concordat | compact |
| stymie | to present an obstacle to : stand in the way of |
| season | a time characterized by a particular circumstance or feature |
| oaf | a stupid person : boob |
| convex | curved or rounded outward like the exterior of a sphere or circle |
| inveigh | to protest or complain bitterly or vehemently : rail |
| accede | to express approval or give consent : to agree to a request or demand |
| capitulate | to surrender often after negotiation of terms |