noun · Medium SAT word

    Progenitor

    predecessor; an ancestor in the direct line

    Progenitor in a sentence

    The progenitor of the family built the original homestead.

    Synonyms for progenitor

    • ancestor
    • forefather
    • originator

    Antonyms for progenitor

    • descendant
    • heir
    • offspring

    Practice progenitor on real SAT questions

    Vocabulary like progenitor appears on the Digital SAT in Words-in-Context questions, where you choose the word that fits a passage's meaning and tone. You can also drill this word with vocabulary flashcards.

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