GRE Word List

GERONTOCRACY

rule by elders

The meaning of the word gerontocracy is rule by elders.

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interto deposit (a dead body) in the earth or in a tomb
cordonan ornamental cord or ribbon
gustatoryrelating to or associated with eating or the sense of taste
inequityinjustice
grievancea cause of distress (such as an unsatisfactory working condition) felt to afford reason for complaint or resistance
chapela subordinate or private place of worship: such as
culminationthe action of culminating
titillateto excite pleasurably : arouse by stimulation
lubricateto make smooth or slippery
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