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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improprietyan improper or indecorous act or remark
exaltto raise in rank, power, or character
niggletrifle
scalean instrument or machine for weighing
dispatchto send off or away with promptness or speed
expedientsuitable for achieving a particular end in a given circumstance
bigotryobstinate or intolerant devotion to one's own opinions and prejudices : the state of mind of a bigot
superfluousexceeding what is sufficient or necessary : extra
weatherthe state of the atmosphere with respect to heat or cold, wetness or dryness, calm or storm, clearness or cloudiness
polyglotone who is polyglot