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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WordMeaning
ardoran often restless or transitory warmth of feeling
condescendto assume an air of superiority
amityfriendship
fusionthe act or process of liquefying or rendering plastic by heat
laggardlagging or tending to lag : slow especially compared to others of the same kind
equitablehaving or exhibiting equity : dealing fairly and equally with all concerned
carata unit of fineness for gold equal to ยน/โ‚‚โ‚„ part of pure gold in an alloy
dignitaryone who possesses exalted rank or holds a position of dignity or honor
acquiesceto accept, comply, or submit tacitly or passively
ingratiateto gain favor or favorable acceptance for by deliberate effort