GRE Word List

GERONTOCRACY

rule by elders

The meaning of the word gerontocracy is rule by elders.

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WordMeaning
resumptionan act or instance of resuming : recommencement
wrytwist
aciduloussomewhat acid or harsh in taste or manner
resentmenta feeling of indignant displeasure or persistent ill will at something regarded as a wrong, insult, or injury
depreciateto lower in honor or esteem
lividdiscolored by bruising : black-and-blue
retiringreserved
metersystematically arranged and measured rhythm (see rhythm
punyslight or inferior in power, size, or importance : weak
falsifyto prove or declare false : disprove