GRE Word List
POSTERITY
the offspring of one progenitor to the furthest generation
The meaning of the word posterity is the offspring of one progenitor to the furthest generation.
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| amphibian | an amphibious organism |
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| transport | to transfer or convey from one place to another |
| dour | stern |
| posthumous | born after the death of the father |
| ultimatum | a final proposition, condition, or demand |
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| swarthy | of a dark color, complexion, or cast |
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| suavity | smoothly though often superficially gracious and sophisticated |