GRE Word List
GERONTOCRACY
rule by elders
The meaning of the word gerontocracy is rule by elders.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| effigy | an image or representation especially of a person |
| clangor | a resounding clang or medley of clangs |
| rotunda | a round building |
| elastic | capable of recovering size and shape after deformation |
| stilted | pompous |
| dissent | to withhold assent or approval |
| endorse | to write on the back of |
| commune | talk over |
| inimical | being adverse often by reason of hostility or malevolence |
| palpitate | to beat rapidly and strongly : throb |