GRE Word List

GERONTOCRACY

rule by elders

The meaning of the word gerontocracy is rule by elders.

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doldrumsa spell of listlessness or despondency
fusionthe act or process of liquefying or rendering plastic by heat
executeto carry out fully : put completely into effect
charany of a genus (Salvelinus) of small-scaled trouts with light-colored spots
virtualbeing such in essence or effect though not formally recognized or admitted
temporizeto act to suit the time or occasion : yield to current or dominant opinion
squelchto fall or stamp on so as to crush
lackadaisicallacking life, spirit, or zest : languid
vintnera wine merchant
profaneto treat (something sacred) with abuse, irreverence, or contempt : desecrate