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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refuteto prove wrong by argument or evidence : show to be false or erroneous
reprieveto delay the punishment of (someone, such as a condemned prisoner)
demeanto lower in character, status, or reputation
paramountsuperior to all others : supreme
acutecharacterized by sharpness or severity of sudden onset
agendaa list or outline of things to be considered or done
anestheticof, relating to, or capable of producing anesthesia
dissimulateto hide under a false appearance
inveighto protest or complain bitterly or vehemently : rail
rebuffto reject or criticize sharply : snub