GRE Word List
GERONTOCRACY
rule by elders
The meaning of the word gerontocracy is rule by elders.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| hirsute | hairy |
| dismantle | to disconnect the pieces of |
| retain | to keep in possession or use |
| substantive | having substance : involving matters of major or practical importance to all concerned |
| inhibited | to prohibit from doing something |
| flair | a skill or instinctive ability to appreciate or make good use of something : talent |
| jaunt | a usually short journey or excursion undertaken especially for pleasure |
| disinter | to take out of the grave or tomb |
| bog | wet spongy ground |
| deliberate | to think about or discuss issues and decisions carefully |