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
conformitycorrespondence in form, manner, or character : agreement
mustyimpaired by damp or mildew : moldy
nugatoryof little or no consequence : trifling
concentrichaving a common center
juxtaposeto place (different things) side by side (as to compare them or contrast them or to create an interesting effect)
drasticacting rapidly or violently
cohabitto live together as or as if a married couple
dissertationan extended usually written treatment of a subject
sharda piece or fragment of a brittle substance
wearyexhausted in strength, endurance, vigor, or freshness