GRE Word List

GERONTOCRACY

rule by elders

The meaning of the word gerontocracy is rule by elders.

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WordMeaning
lunaticaffected with a severely disordered state of mind : insane
comelypleasurably conforming to notions of good appearance, suitability, or proportion
wizenedto become dry, shrunken, and wrinkled often as a result of aging or of failing vitality
quintessencethe fifth and highest element in ancient and medieval philosophy that permeates all nature and is the substance composing the celestial bodies
recreantcrying for mercy : cowardly
countermandto revoke (a command) by a contrary order
opportunistone that is opportunistic or that practices opportunism
blareto sound loud and strident
solitudethe quality or state of being alone or remote from society : seclusion
assentto agree to or approve of something (such as an idea or suggestion) especially after thoughtful consideration : concur