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.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| fit | acceptable from a particular viewpoint (as of competence or morality) : proper |
| charm | the chanting or reciting of a magic spell : incantation |
| omnipotent | almighty |
| prescience | foreknowledge of events: |
| nourish | nurture |
| obviate | to anticipate and prevent (something, such as a situation) or make (an action) unnecessary |
| lumen | the cavity of a tubular organ or part |
| sidetrack | siding |
| upbraid | to criticize severely : find fault with |
| suppliant | supplicant |