GRE Word List
PATRIMONY
an estate inherited from one's father or ancestor
The meaning of the word patrimony is an estate inherited from one's father or ancestor.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| demean | to lower in character, status, or reputation |
| despot | a ruler with absolute power and authority |
| dour | stern |
| belabor | to attack verbally |
| chaplain | a clergyman in charge of a chapel |
| hegemony | preponderant influence or authority over others : domination |
| ploy | escapade |
| mulct | fine |
| license | permission to act |
| purported | reputed |