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
defaultfailure to do something required by duty or law : neglect
hindrancethe state of being interfered with, held back, or slowed down : the state of being hindered
tautologicalinvolving or containing rhetorical tautology : redundant
expatiateto move about freely or at will : wander
derogatoryexpressive of a low opinion : disparaging
illusivebased on or producing illusion : illusory
accompliceone associated with another especially in wrongdoing
contritefeeling or showing sorrow and remorse for improper or objectionable behavior, actions, etc.
toutto make much of : promote
bartererto trade by exchanging one commodity for another : to trade goods or services in exchange for other goods or services