GRE Word List
GERONTOCRACY
rule by elders
The meaning of the word gerontocracy is rule by elders.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| titular | having the title and usually the honors belonging to an office or dignity without the duties, functions, or responsibilities |
| catcall | a loud or raucous cry made especially to express disapproval (as at a sports event) |
| beware | to be on one's guard |
| halcyon | characterized by happiness, great success, and prosperity : golden |
| unruly | not readily ruled, disciplined, or managed |
| detonation | the action or process of detonating |
| dank | unpleasantly moist or wet |
| sadistic | of, relating to, or characterized by sadism |
| wallow | to roll oneself about in a lazy, relaxed, or ungainly manner |
| wisp | a small handful (as of hay or straw) |