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
glitterto shine by reflection with many small flashes of brilliant light : sparkle
affiliationthe state or relation of being closely associated or affiliated with a particular person, group, party, company, etc.
eminentexhibiting eminence especially in standing above others in some quality or position : prominent
inclusivebroad in orientation or scope
hallowedholy
fissurea narrow opening or crack of considerable length and depth usually occurring from some breaking or parting
slitherto slide on or as if on a loose gravelly surface
whitthe smallest part or particle imaginable : bit
mottoa sentence, phrase, or word inscribed on something as appropriate to or indicative of its character or use
chantto make melodic sounds with the voice