GRE Word List

PROGENY

descendants

The meaning of the word progeny is descendants.

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WordMeaning
effaceto eliminate or make indistinct by or as if by wearing away a surface
centaurany of a race of creatures fabled to be half human and half horse and to live in the mountains of Thessaly
mockto treat with contempt or ridicule : deride
bilkto block the free development of : frustrate
visagethe face, countenance, or appearance of a person or sometimes an animal
disaffecteddiscontented and resentful especially against authority : rebellious
patronizeto act as patron of : provide aid or support for
catcalla loud or raucous cry made especially to express disapproval (as at a sports event)
wrangleto dispute angrily or peevishly : bicker
umbragea feeling of pique or resentment at some often fancied slight or insult