GRE Word List

GERONTOCRACY

rule by elders

The meaning of the word gerontocracy is rule by elders.

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WordMeaning
queryquestion
superficialof, relating to, or located near a surface
begetto procreate as the father : sire
pretensionan allegation of doubtful value : pretext
contagiona contagious disease
succulentfull of juice : juicy
wardthe action or process of guarding
beleaguerbesiege
repealto rescind or annul by authoritative act
lotan object used as a counter in determining a question by chance see also throw in one's lot with