GRE Word List

PROGENITOR

an ancestor in the direct line : forefather

The meaning of the word progenitor is an ancestor in the direct line : forefather.

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WordMeaning
veracityconformity with truth or fact : accuracy
obloquya strongly condemnatory utterance : abusive language
dignitaryone who possesses exalted rank or holds a position of dignity or honor
moratoriuma legally authorized period of delay in the performance of a legal obligation or the payment of a debt
smarthaving or showing a high degree of mental ability : intelligent
asymmetrichaving two sides or halves that are not the same : not symmetrical
bitterbeing, inducing, or marked by the one of the five basic taste sensations that is peculiarly acrid, astringent, and often disagreeable and characteristic of citrus peels, unsweetened cocoa, black coffee, mature leafy greens (such as kale or mustard), or ale
pseudonyma fictitious name
serpentineof or resembling a serpent (as in form or movement)
vicaran ecclesiastical agent: such as