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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| Word | Meaning |
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| indict | to charge with a crime by the finding or presentment of a jury (such as a grand jury) in due form of law |
| repartee | a quick and witty reply |
| chore | the regular or daily light work of a household or farm |
| terminus | either end of a transportation line or travel route |
| luscious | having a delicious taste or smell : sweet |
| abominable | worthy of or causing disgust or hatred : detestable |
| warble | a melodious succession of low pleasing sounds |
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| soluble | susceptible of being dissolved in or as if in a liquid and especially water |