GRE Word List
GERONTOCRACY
rule by elders
The meaning of the word gerontocracy is rule by elders.
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| egress | a place or means of going out : exit |
| suitor | one that petitions or entreats |
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| pomposity | pompous demeanor, speech, or behavior |
| shudder | to tremble convulsively : shiver |
| obloquy | a strongly condemnatory utterance : abusive language |
| scoff | an expression of scorn, derision, or contempt : gibe |
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