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.

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WordMeaning
irreverencelack of reverence
vassala person under the protection of a feudal lord to whom he has vowed homage and fealty : a feudal tenant
regenerationan act or the process of regenerating : the state of being regenerated
arsenalan establishment for the manufacture or storage of arms and military equipment
rebateto reduce the force or activity of : diminish
articulateexpressing oneself readily, clearly, and effectively
recessionthe act or action of receding : withdrawal
unfledgednot feathered : not ready for flight
intermittentcoming and going at intervals : not continuous
emulateto strive to equal or excel