GRE Word List

DESPOT

a ruler with absolute power and authority

The meaning of the word despot is a ruler with absolute power and authority.

Random words

WordMeaning
substantiateto give substance or form to : embody
prodigya highly talented child or youth
almssomething (such as money or food) given freely to relieve the poor
numismatistthe study or collection of coins, tokens, and paper money and sometimes related objects (such as medals)
parcheddeprived of natural moisture
tenuoushaving little substance or strength : flimsy
reconcileto restore to friendship or harmony
gnarledfull of knots or gnarls : knotty
impelto urge or drive forward or on by or as if by the exertion of strong moral pressure : force
steeplofty