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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WordMeaning
abolishto end the observance or effect of (something, such as a law) : to completely do away with (something) : annul
monochromatichaving or consisting of one color or hue
venerablecalling forth respect through age, character, and attainments
indicessigns; indications; Ex. indices of a student's potential; CF. index: something that reveals or indicates; sign; Ex. cost-of-living index
dulcetsweet to the taste
dazzleto lose clear vision especially from looking at bright light
snipa small piece that is snipped off
ligneousof or resembling wood
ethnicof or relating to large groups of people classed according to common racial, national, tribal, religious, linguistic, or cultural origin or background
puerilejuvenile