GRE Word List

GERONTOCRACY

rule by elders

The meaning of the word gerontocracy is rule by elders.

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suckleto give milk to from the breast or udder
consequentialof the nature of a secondary result : indirect
yieldto bear or bring forth as a natural product especially as a result of cultivation
urbanenotably polite or polished in manner
ethosthe distinguishing character, sentiment, moral nature, or guiding beliefs of a person, group, or institution
labilereadily or continually undergoing chemical, physical, or biological change or breakdown : unstable
fathoma unit of length equal to six feet (1.83 meters) used especially for measuring the depth of water
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genteelhaving an aristocratic quality or flavor : stylish
vituperativeuttering or given to censure : containing or characterized by verbal abuse