GRE Word List

GERONTOCRACY

rule by elders

The meaning of the word gerontocracy is rule by elders.

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ironythe use of words to express something other than and especially the opposite of the literal meaning
growlrumble
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insipidlacking in qualities that interest, stimulate, or challenge : dull
indictto charge with a crime by the finding or presentment of a jury (such as a grand jury) in due form of law
homogeneousof the same or a similar kind or nature
deleteriousharmful often in a subtle or unexpected way
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factotuma person having many diverse activities or responsibilities