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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WordMeaning
precipicea very steep or overhanging place
bullya blustering, browbeating person
prepossessingcreating prejudice
novicea person admitted to probationary membership in a religious community
finesserefinement or delicacy of workmanship, structure, or texture
unwarrantedlacking adequate or official support : not warranted : unjustified
impeccablefree from fault or blame : flawless
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punyslight or inferior in power, size, or importance : weak