GRE Word List

PROGENY

descendants

The meaning of the word progeny is descendants.

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WordMeaning
gleama transient appearance of subdued or partly obscured light
aestheticof, relating to, or dealing with aesthetics or the beautiful
cresta showy tuft or process on the head of an animal and especially a bird see bird illustration
polygamistmarriage in which a spouse of either sex may have more than one mate at the same time compare polyandry
brinkedge
metropolisthe chief or capital city of a country, state, or region
leasha line for leading or restraining an animal
foraya sudden or irregular invasion or attack for war or spoils : raid
officiousvolunteering one's services where they are neither asked nor needed : meddlesome
maula heavy often wooden-headed hammer used especially for driving wedges