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
slickhaving a smooth surface : slippery
interregnumthe time during which a throne is vacant between two successive reigns or regimes
idiosyncrasya peculiarity of constitution or temperament : an individualizing characteristic or quality
lumberto move ponderously
wangleto resort to trickery or devious methods
consensusgeneral agreement : unanimity
descryto catch sight of
purportto have the often specious appearance of being, intending, or claiming (something implied or inferred)
behemotha mighty animal described in Job 40:15–24 as an example of the power of God
blanchto take the color out of