GRE Word List

GERONTOCRACY

rule by elders

The meaning of the word gerontocracy is rule by elders.

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gloatto observe or think about something with triumphant and often malicious satisfaction, gratification, or delight
rubrican authoritative rule
graciousmarked by kindness and courtesy
brusquemarkedly short and abrupt
maladroitlacking adroitness : inept
fusilladea number of shots fired simultaneously or in rapid succession
queasycausing nausea
acclimateto adapt (someone) to a new temperature, altitude, climate, environment, or situation
rigto fit out with rigging
impelto urge or drive forward or on by or as if by the exertion of strong moral pressure : force