progenitorfrom the root 'gen' (birth/origin) + 'pro' (forward): an ancestor or originator of an artistic, political, or scientific movementMany consider him the progenitor of modern jazz.NoteMany consider him the progenitor of modern jazz.Elon.io is an online learning platformWe have an entire course teaching GRE Verbal — Essential Vocabulary grammar and vocabulary.Start learning GRE Verbal — Essential Vocabulary now