GRE Word List
GERONTOCRACY
rule by elders
The meaning of the word gerontocracy is rule by elders.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| rostrum | an ancient Roman platform for public orators |
| inequity | injustice |
| rebate | to reduce the force or activity of : diminish |
| hermetic | of or relating to the mystical and alchemical writings or teachings arising in the first three centuries a.d. |
| bank | a mound, pile, or ridge raised above the surrounding level: such as |
| surfeit | an overabundant supply : excess |
| dapper | neat and trim in appearance |
| hide | to put out of sight : secrete |
| sluggish | averse to activity or exertion : indolent |
| solvent | able to pay all legal debts |