progeny
2 synonyms and 2 antonyms for progeny, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — Offspring or descendants, considered together.
Synonyms
Everyday swaps
Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Antonyms
How to use progeny
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
produce progeny
their progeny
A formal or literary word — most everyday speech would just say "children" or "offspring."
Etymology
From Latin progenies, from progigno, "to beget, produce."
Full origin of progeny →Frequently asked questions
What does “progeny” mean?
The word “progeny” means offspring or descendants, considered together. In plain terms, children or descendants, especially spoken of as a group.
How do you pronounce “progeny”?
“Progeny” is pronounced PROD-zhuh-nee (/ˈpɹɑd͡ʒəni/ in IPA).
How do you use “progeny” in a sentence?
Here is “progeny” used in a sentence: “The old oak's progeny now cover the entire hillside.”
What part of speech is “progeny”?
“Progeny” is a noun.
Where does the word “progeny” come from?
The word “progeny” comes from Latin. From Latin progenies, from progigno, "to beget, produce.".
