GRE Word List
AUTHORITARIAN
of, relating to, or favoring blind submission to authority
The meaning of the word authoritarian is of, relating to, or favoring blind submission to authority.
Random words
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privation | an act or instance of depriving : deprivation |
snivel | to run at the nose |
quell | to thoroughly overwhelm and reduce to submission or passivity |
verdant | green in tint or color |
vapid | lacking flavor, zest, interest, animation, or spirit : flat |
cant | the expression or repetition of conventional or trite opinions or sentiments |
germane | being at once relevant and appropriate : fitting |
ponderous | of very great weight |
penetrate | to pass into or through |
catharsis | purification or purgation of the emotions (such as pity and fear) primarily through art |