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.
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| encipher | to convert (a message) into cipher |
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| convulsion | an abnormal violent and involuntary contraction or series of contractions of the muscles |
| squeamish | easily nauseated : queasy |
| deference | respect and esteem due a superior or an elder |
| vapid | lacking flavor, zest, interest, animation, or spirit : flat |
| despoil | to strip of belongings, possessions, or value : pillage |
| declivity | downward inclination |
| integrate | to form, coordinate, or blend into a functioning or unified whole : unite |
| chorus | a company of singers and dancers in Athenian drama participating in or commenting on the action |