GRE Word List
GERONTOCRACY
rule by elders
The meaning of the word gerontocracy is rule by elders.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| query | question |
| superficial | of, relating to, or located near a surface |
| beget | to procreate as the father : sire |
| pretension | an allegation of doubtful value : pretext |
| contagion | a contagious disease |
| succulent | full of juice : juicy |
| ward | the action or process of guarding |
| beleaguer | besiege |
| repeal | to rescind or annul by authoritative act |
| lot | an object used as a counter in determining a question by chance see also throw in one's lot with |