GRE Word List

PROGENY

descendants

The meaning of the word progeny is descendants.

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listlesscharacterized by lack of interest, energy, or spirit
tundraa level or rolling treeless plain that is characteristic of arctic and subarctic regions, consists of black mucky soil with a permanently frozen subsoil, and has a dominant vegetation of mosses, lichens, herbs, and dwarf shrubs
martineta strict disciplinarian
killjoyone who spoils the pleasure of others
defalcatededuct
blighta disease or injury of plants marked by the formation of lesions, withering, and death of parts (such as leaves and tubers)
routa state of wild confusion or disorderly retreat
generalitythe quality or state of being general
allegiancethe obligation of a feudal vassal to his liege lord
limnto draw or paint on a surface