GRE Word List
GERONTOCRACY
rule by elders
The meaning of the word gerontocracy is rule by elders.
Random words
Word | Meaning |
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imperceptible | not perceptible by a sense or by the mind : extremely slight, gradual, or subtle |
swill | wash |
bestial | of or relating to beasts |
detonation | the action or process of detonating |
primp | to dress, adorn, or arrange in a careful or finicky manner |
adorn | to enhance the appearance of especially with beautiful objects |
disapprobation | the act or state of disapproving : the state of being disapproved : condemnation |
address | to mark directions for delivery on |
ulterior | going beyond what is openly said or shown and especially what is proper |
rout | a state of wild confusion or disorderly retreat |