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
hubrisexaggerated pride or self-confidence
volitionthe power of choosing or determining : will
adverseacting against or in a contrary direction : hostile
archivesa place in which public records or historical materials (such as documents) are preserved
boisterousnoisily turbulent : rowdy
hotheada hotheaded person
deftcharacterized by facility and skill
discerningshowing insight and understanding : discriminating
muddleto make turbid or muddy
assurancethe state of being assured: such as