GRE Word List

BUREAUCRACY

a body of nonelected government officials

The meaning of the word bureaucracy is a body of nonelected government officials.

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equitablehaving or exhibiting equity : dealing fairly and equally with all concerned
diversediffering from one another : unlike
venialof a kind that can be remitted : forgivable
robusthaving or exhibiting strength or vigorous health
coddleto cook (something, such as eggs) in liquid slowly and gently just below the boiling point
sleeperone that sleeps
slavishof or characteristic of someone held in forced servitude
swelterto suffer, sweat, or be faint from heat
rightfuljust
hazardousinvolving or exposing one to risk (as of loss or harm)