GRE Word List
GERONTOCRACY
rule by elders
The meaning of the word gerontocracy is rule by elders.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| proverb | a brief popular epigram or maxim : adage |
| constituent | a member of a constituency |
| reinstate | to place again (as in possession or in a former position) |
| hoary | gray or white with or as if with age |
| skeptic | an adherent or advocate of skepticism |
| finish | to come to an end : terminate |
| peregrination | to travel especially on foot : walk |
| cue | the letter q |
| detached | standing by itself : separate |
| occident | west |