GRE Word List

GERONTOCRACY

rule by elders

The meaning of the word gerontocracy is rule by elders.

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WordMeaning
reprimanda severe or formal reproof
dexterousmentally adroit and skillful : clever
accelerateto move faster : to gain speed
cornicethe molded and projecting horizontal member that crowns an architectural composition see column illustration
nefariousflagrantly wicked or impious : evil
relishcharacteristic flavor
pseudonyma fictitious name
nondescriptbelonging or appearing to belong to no particular class or kind : not easily described
rampantrearing upon the hind legs with forelegs extended
tartagreeably sharp or acid to the taste