GRE Word List
ARISTOCRACY
government by the best individuals or by a small privileged class
The meaning of the word aristocracy is government by the best individuals or by a small privileged class.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| periphery | the perimeter of a circle or other closed curve |
| diaphanous | characterized by such fineness of texture as to permit seeing through |
| retiring | reserved |
| sedition | incitement of resistance to or insurrection against lawful authority |
| slovenly | untidy especially in personal appearance |
| innate | existing in, belonging to, or determined by factors present in an individual from birth : native |
| connotation | something suggested by a word or thing : implication |
| progeny | descendants |
| despoil | to strip of belongings, possessions, or value : pillage |
| scanty | limited or less than sufficient in degree, quantity, or extent |
