GRE Word List

PRIMOGENITURE

the state of being the firstborn of the children of the same parents

The meaning of the word primogeniture is the state of being the firstborn of the children of the same parents.

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forensicbelonging to, used in, or suitable to courts of judicature or to public discussion and debate
putativecommonly accepted or supposed
propensityan often intense natural inclination or preference
boisterousnoisily turbulent : rowdy
derideto laugh at or insult contemptuously
caterto provide a supply of food
bowdlerizeto expurgate (something, such as a book) by omitting or modifying parts considered vulgar
alacritypromptness in response : cheerful readiness
coaxto influence or gently urge by caressing or flattering : wheedle