GRE Word List
GERONTOCRACY
rule by elders
The meaning of the word gerontocracy is rule by elders.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
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| pachyderm | any of various nonruminant mammals (such as an elephant, a rhinoceros, or a hippopotamus) of a former group (Pachydermata) that have hooves or nails resembling hooves and usually thick skin |
| glamor | an exciting and often illusory and romantic attractiveness |
| repose | a state of resting after exertion or strain |
| hostility | deep-seated usually mutual ill will |
| lackadaisical | lacking life, spirit, or zest : languid |
| surveillance | close watch kept over someone or something (as by a detective) |
| base | the bottom of something considered as its support : foundation |
| glutton | one given habitually to greedy and voracious eating and drinking |
| frigid | intensely cold |
| abide | to bear patiently : tolerate |