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
apparitionan unusual or unexpected sight : phenomenon
recipientone that receives : receiver
tauntto reproach or challenge in a mocking or insulting manner : jeer at
refectorya dining hall (as in a monastery or college)
culpritone accused of or charged with a crime
impunityexemption or freedom from punishment, harm, or loss
inceptionan act, process, or instance of beginning : commencement
usurythe lending of money with an interest charge for its use
zanyvery eccentric (see eccentric
cynicalhaving or showing the attitude or temper of a cynic: such as