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
raveto talk irrationally in or as if in delirium
universalincluding or covering all or a whole collectively or distributively without limit or exception
bruntthe principal force, shock, or stress (as of an attack)
inditemake up
terminuseither end of a transportation line or travel route
progenitoran ancestor in the direct line : forefather
servileof or befitting a menial position
contritefeeling or showing sorrow and remorse for improper or objectionable behavior, actions, etc.
haughtinessblatantly and disdainfully proud : having or showing an attitude of superiority and contempt for people or things perceived to be inferior
imperceptiblenot perceptible by a sense or by the mind : extremely slight, gradual, or subtle