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
facadethe front of a building
subsidiaryfurnishing aid or support : auxiliary
polaritythe quality or condition inherent in a body that exhibits opposite properties or powers in opposite parts or directions or that exhibits contrasted properties or powers in contrasted parts or directions : the condition of having poles
incumbentthe holder of an office or ecclesiastical benefice
unilateraldone or undertaken by one person or party
juntaa council or committee for political or governmental purposes
figmentsomething made up or contrived
allegiancethe obligation of a feudal vassal to his liege lord
painstakingtaking pains : expending, showing, or involving diligent care and effort
blandsmooth and soothing in manner or quality