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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| ventilate | to expose to air and especially to a current of fresh air for purifying, curing, or refreshing |
| combustible | capable of combustion |
| avantgarde | group of artists whose work is based on the newest ideas and methods; CF. vanguard |
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| filigree | ornamental work especially of fine wire of gold, silver, or copper applied chiefly to gold and silver surfaces |
| foul | offensive to the senses : loathsome |
| infiltrate | to enter or become established in gradually or unobtrusively usually for subversive purposes |
| vise | any of various tools with two jaws for holding work that close usually by a screw, lever, or cam |
| awful | extremely disagreeable or objectionable |
| fanaticism | fanatic outlook or behavior |