GRE Word List

GERONTOCRACY

rule by elders

The meaning of the word gerontocracy is rule by elders.

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WordMeaning
executiveof or relating to the execution of the laws and the conduct of public and national affairs
predicamentthe character, status, or classification assigned by a predication
inclusivebroad in orientation or scope
sleighan open usually horse-drawn vehicle with runners for use on snow or ice
execrateto declare to be evil or detestable : denounce
glibshowing little forethought or preparation : offhand
grumbleto mutter in discontent
doctrinea principle or position or the body of principles in a branch of knowledge or system of belief : dogma
waifa stray person or animal
improvidentnot provident : not foreseeing and providing for the future