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
ogleto glance with amorous invitation or challenge
scrupuloushaving moral integrity : acting in strict regard for what is considered right or proper
impiousnot pious : lacking in reverence or proper respect (as for God or one's parents) : irreverent
accompliceone associated with another especially in wrongdoing
pestilentialcausing or tending to cause pestilence : deadly
amazona member of a race of female warriors of Greek mythology
superannuatedoutmoded
harryto make a pillaging or destructive raid on : assault
ennuia feeling of weariness and dissatisfaction : boredom
eventualcontingent